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Scalability and programmability of massively parallel processors

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Parallel Processing: CONPAR 94 — VAPP VI (VAPP 1994, CONPAR 1994)

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In this talk, we examine massively parallel processing (MPP) systems and their research, development, and application issues. We start with a classification of basic MPP models. Scalability attributes, programming requirements, and underlying hardware/ software technologies are assessed. Then we evaluate MPP systems currently available from industry as well as explored in research institutions. Major challenges in R/D and applications of MPPs are identified with key references.

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  1. Depts. of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Southern California, 90089, Los Angeles, CA, USA

    Kai Hwang

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Bruno Buchberger Jens Volkert

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Hwang, K. (1994). Scalability and programmability of massively parallel processors. In: Buchberger, B., Volkert, J. (eds) Parallel Processing: CONPAR 94 — VAPP VI. VAPP CONPAR 1994 1994. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 854. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-58430-7_1

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