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LATHICAI Glossary

Infrastructure & Compute

Edge AI

Running AI close to where information is collected, such as inside a camera or nearby computer.

Example

A factory gateway analyzes camera feeds beside the production equipment.

Why people use it

It can reduce delays by processing information close to where it is collected.

What you'll hear

“Can the equipment handle that nearby?”

What this means for you

Ask where processing occurs and which data still travels elsewhere.

Can you control it?

Sometimes

Sometimes. Your choices depend on the tool and your access. The settings available to an everyday user may differ from those available to the people running it.

Common questions

Is edge AI always on the user's device?
No. It can run on a nearby gateway or local server.
Can it keep working without the internet?
Sometimes. That depends on whether the particular task also needs a remote service.
Does nearby processing always save money?
No. Local equipment, upkeep and the amount of work can change the overall cost.

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