Isbn: 9781332174867 - an overview of the nyu ultracomputer project (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a groundbreaking work on parallel computer architecture, exploring theoretical and practical aspects of shared-memory multiprocessors. The author, a renowned expert in the field, presents a comprehensive examination of the NYU Ultracomputer, a pioneering design that pushed the boundaries of parallel computing in the 1980s. The author delves into the Ultracomputer's innovative features, including its use of fetch-and-add operations for interprocessor synchronization and its highly efficient memory access mechanisms. Through detailed analysis and insightful commentary, the book illuminates the design choices and trade-offs that shaped the Ultracomputer, providing valuable lessons for architects and engineers working on future parallel systems. The book also explores the programming challenges and techniques associated with parallel architectures, discussing various models of parallel control, synchronization mechanisms, and memory management strategies. The author presents practical solutions and insights that can guide programmers in effectively harnessing the power of parallel computing. Overall, this book offers a comprehensive and authoritative exploration of parallel computer architecture, making it an essential resource for researchers, practitioners, and anyone interested in the evolution of computing technology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …