Grid Computing
A computer grid is a tool that combines many individual, networked computers in such a way that they can share the workload of one large task. For example, if a video file has 10,000 still frames that require processing, a grid can help by making it possible to send 1,000 frames each to 10 computers, thereby reducing the amount of time that it takes to produce the video and using the processing power of the computers to maximum efficiency.
Grid computing environments can range from just a few networked office workstations to vast, dedicated server clusters, and can even be created using Internet connections between sites. They are often used in the science and engineering sectors, where complex mathematical modelling is required, but there are many other applications.
Tiger Computing has assisted clients with the design and implementation of their Linux based computer grids, which are principally used in the design and testing of microelectronic components.
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