👉 Occasional computing refers to a paradigm where computation is performed on a demand basis, rather than in a continuous or scheduled manner. In this model, resources, such as processing power and memory, are allocated only when a task requires them, often triggered by user requests or specific events. This approach contrasts with traditional computing, where resources are allocated in advance and continuously, regardless of immediate need. Occasional computing is particularly useful for handling sporadic or unpredictable workloads, optimizing resource utilization, and reducing costs by avoiding the wasteful allocation of resources when they are not needed. It is commonly applied in cloud computing environments, where services can be dynamically scaled up or down based on real-time demand.
