Where does the computation happen in the Mist location tracking system?

In the Mist location tracking system, the computation primarily takes place in the cloud. This architecture leverages powerful cloud resources to process large amounts of data from the wireless network. By utilizing cloud capabilities, Mist can apply advanced analytics and machine learning algorithms that are critical for accurate location tracking and insights generation.

Cloud-based computation allows for scalability and centralized management of location data, enabling organizations to access and analyze tracking information from any location. Moreover, cloud resources can continuously improve the tracking algorithms through the integration of data from multiple sources, leading to enhanced accuracy and performance over time.

On-premises solutions often lack the necessary resources and flexibility to manage the complex processing needs of such systems, while edge computations might not provide the same level of centralized data insights. Client devices typically cannot perform the extensive data processing required for effective location tracking, as they rely on the cloud for heavy computational tasks. Thus, the cloud serves as the optimal environment for the computation needs of the Mist location tracking system.