2: Cloud and IoT technologies

Abstract

In this chapter we introduce the origins of cloud and IoT technologies. We also provide how such technologies evolved and created new business models (such as software as a service). We also introduce cloud and edge computing. Several examples of cloud usages and edge computing are provided.

Keywords

Asset; Biomedical; Cloud; Cloud computing; Edge computing; IoT; Tracking

2.1. Overview

Cloud technology spun out of software virtualization. In software virtualization, the same piece of hardware (PC) can run multiple instances of software (operating systems) efficiently. This has helped organizations to reduce on hardware costs without sacrificing performance.
The cloud is essentially a gigantic ...

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