Trends and Challenges in Mobile Edge Computing for the Next Generation Massive Internet of Things

Abstract

Mobile Edge Computing (MEC) is a novel computing paradigm that brings data storage and computing resources closer to the end-users (i.e., at the network edge). The proximity between end users and the edge servers enables efficient access to data storage and faster processing, reduced network latency, and improved Quality of Service (QoS). The integration of MEC with the Next Generation Massive Internet of Things (MIoT) has the potential to solve several challenges such as scalability, reliability, and security of IoT systems but also enables unprecedented novel use cases. This chapter explores the current trends and challenges in MIoT and MEC, the benefits of their integration, and the state-of-the-art techniques used to achieve MEC-enabled MIoT systems. The chapter also discusses the potential applications and use cases of MEC for MIoT, including smart cities, industrial automation, and healthcare.