Canvas CloudAI
Canvas Cloud AI

Greengrass

advanced
cloud

Definition

AWS IoT Edge runtime that extends cloud capabilities to local devices, enabling them to act locally on data while still using the cloud for management and analytics. Like having a local manager at each location who can make immediate decisions while still reporting to headquarters.

Real-World Example

Manufacturing plants use Greengrass to process sensor data locally for real-time quality control, while periodically syncing aggregated data to the cloud for long-term analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Explore More Cloud Computing Terms