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What Are the Differences Between Edge Algorithms and Cloud Algorithms?

To use an edge algorithm, you must deploy the algorithm on your edge device. The algorithm jobs will be executed in this device, which eliminates the need to upload video stream data to Huawei Cloud.

To use a cloud algorithm, video stream data must be uploaded to and analyzed on Huawei Cloud.

**Table 1** Differences between edge algorithms and cloud algorithms
Type	Function	Run On	Video Data Uploaded To
Edge algorithm	Same	Edge device	Edge device
Cloud algorithm	Same	Huawei Cloud	Huawei Cloud

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