👉 Lunch computing, also known as edge computing during lunch hours or simply "lunch," refers to a distributed computing paradigm where data processing and analysis occur closer to the source of data generation, typically at the "edge" of the network, rather than in centralized cloud servers. This approach aims to reduce latency and bandwidth usage by minimizing the distance data needs to travel, making it particularly useful for applications requiring real-time processing, such as autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and IoT devices. During lunch hours, this concept is especially relevant as it leverages the reduced network load and lower energy consumption of edge devices, optimizing performance while conserving resources. By processing data locally or at nearby edge nodes, lunch computing enhances responsiveness and efficiency, making it a crucial component in the evolution of modern computing architectures.