# System Architecture

A practical comparison of open vs. proprietary IoT systems — exploring flexibility, cost, vendor lock‑in, security, and business models. Includes a decision framework and real‑world examples to help you choose the right approach for your project.

A comprehensive comparison of smart nodes (distributed intelligence) vs. dumb nodes (centralized orchestration) in IoT systems. Explore trade-offs in reliability, scalability, power, and cost, with real-world examples and a decision framework.