Edge Cloud Computing in Telecommunications: Case Studies on Performance Improvement and TCO Saving

Abstract

The Edge Cloud Computing (ECC) paradigm is rapidly imposing itself in telecommunications networks since when services such as 4K/8K video streaming, 360 degrees augmented/virtual reality, and autonomous driving started appearing on the horizon. This paper provides some case studies on performance improvement and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) saving which can be achieved with ECC. It discusses the basic rationale for the ECC being the solution to improve KPIs in ultra-broad-band networks, and then it provides examples of performance and cost evaluation based on simulations.