Discover grid computing-how to successfully build, implement, andmanage widely distributed computing architecture
With technology budgets under increasing scrutiny and systemarchitecture becoming more and more complex, many organizations arerethinking how they manage and use technology. Keeping a strongbusiness focus, this publication clearly demonstrates that thecurrent ways of tying applications to dedicated hardware are nolonger viable in today's competitive, bottom line-orientedenvironment. This evolution in distributed computing is leading aparadigm shift in leveraging widely distributed architectures toget the most processing power per IT dollar.
Presenting a solid foundation of data management issues andtechniques, this practical book delves into grid architecture,services, practices, and much more, including:
* Why businesses should adopt grid computing
* How to master the fundamental concepts and programming techniquesand apply them successfully to reach objectives
* How to maximize the value of existing IT investments
The author has tailored this publication for two distinctaudiences. Business professionals will gain a better understandingof how grid computing improves productivity and performance, whatimpact it can have on their organization's bottom line, and thetechnical foundations necessary to discuss grid computing withtheir IT colleagues. Following the author's expert guidance andpractical examples, IT professionals, architects, and developerswill be equipped to initiate and carry out successful gridcomputing projects within their own organizations.
Michael Di Stefano
Computer Science Grid & Cloud Computing Grid Computing Grid- u. Cloud-Computing Informatik Parallel and Distributed Computing Paralleles u. Verteiltes Rechnen Verteiltes System
"This is the most complete book I've read to date on the subject, and the lack of technical expertise requirements make it a fair choice for a wide audience." (IEEE Distributed Systems Online, January 2006)
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