• Bassey Okwong Esang
• B. Vivekanandam

Abstract This research examined the effects of edge computing in enhancing cloud-based records management for rural information retrieval in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The objective of the study were to evaluate the state of information availability, consider the possible advantages of using edge computing and identify the problems associated with implementing such systems. The study used a survey research method while adopting a quantitative technique to analyze data gathered from 333 respondents. Findings of the study show that edge computing greatly improves data processing rate, latency, and system reliability in rural environment. The integration of edge computing enabled the enhancement of performance, experiencing a 60%. 5% increase in the rate of data processing that is 68.4 percent reduction in latency, and an increase in system availability from what was recorded to be 87.5% to 98.2%. However, impediments to implementation that were noted were the power fluctuations, infrastructural constraints, and costs. The study advances the literature on effective technological solutions to enhance information availability in the developing regions while also offering valuable guidelines for policymakers and practitioners.

Edge Computing, Cloud-Based Records Management, Rural Information Access, Digital Divide, Nigeria, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), Rural Development, Technology Adoption, Infrastructure Challenges

"The Role of Edge Computing in Optimizing Cloud-Based Records Management for Rural Information Access in Akwa Ibom State", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 9, page no.e540-e552, September-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2409466.pdf

"The Role of Edge Computing in Optimizing Cloud-Based Records Management for Rural Information Access in Akwa Ibom State", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 9, page no. ppe540-e552, September-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2409466.pdf