An Efficient Algorithm for Fast Service Edge Selection in Cloud-Based Telco Networks

Telecommunication operators are increasingly integrating computational infrastructure into their networks at different location levels, including the network edge. This makes a highly distributed processing environment a reality, which is expected to enable next-generation services. This article proposes a novel and efficient algorithm to determine the best service execution locations through the service edge, a concept that groups services in categories according to their requirements and benefits from the flexibility of distributed cloud resources. The article is focused on describing the algorithm so that it can be integrated into the telco operators' management and orchestration systems. Simulation results underpin the practical feasibility of the proposed algorithm.

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Telecommunication operators are increasingly integrating computational infrastructure into their networks at different location levels, including the network edge. This highly distributed processing environment is expected to enable next-generation services. The article proposes a novel and efficient algorithm to determine the best service execution locations through the service edge, grouping services in categories according to their requirements and benefiting from the flexibility of distributed cloud resources.