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What is MEC?

Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC), formerly Mobile Edge Computing, is a network architecture concept that enables cloud computing capabilities and an IT service environment at the edge of the cellular network. This proximity to mobile subscribers reduces latency, leading to improved user experience and new opportunities for operators to monetize their infrastructure. MEC is commonly used to support applications that require low latency, such as augmented reality, virtual reality, connected vehicles, and IoT applications.

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What other technologies are related to MEC?

MEC Competitor Technologies

Cloud

Cloud computing is a competitor, as some workloads could be performed in the cloud rather than at the edge using MEC. It represents an alternative architecture.

mentioned alongside MEC in 0% (59) of relevant job posts

Azure

Azure is a cloud provider. Some workloads can be performed in Azure rather than at the edge using MEC, It represents an alternative architecture.

mentioned alongside MEC in 0% (154) of relevant job posts

AWS

AWS is a cloud provider. Some workloads can be performed in AWS rather than at the edge using MEC, It represents an alternative architecture.

mentioned alongside MEC in 0% (187) of relevant job posts

GCP

GCP is a cloud provider and alternative to MEC. Some workloads can be performed in GCP rather than at the edge using MEC, It represents an alternative architecture.

mentioned alongside MEC in 0% (73) of relevant job posts

MEC Complementary Technologies

MPN

MPN (Mobile Private Network) benefits from MEC by enabling low-latency applications within the private network environment. MEC enhances the capabilities of MPN.

mentioned alongside MEC in 72% (266) of relevant job posts

Secure Networks

Secure Networks can leverage MEC for enhanced security capabilities at the edge, such as localized security processing and policy enforcement.

mentioned alongside MEC in 80% (221) of relevant job posts

Open RAN

Open RAN and MEC are complementary, as Open RAN provides the infrastructure and flexibility upon which MEC applications can be deployed.

mentioned alongside MEC in 28% (270) of relevant job posts