Building Linux Clusters

Building Linux Clusters

by David H M Spector (Author)

Synopsis

One approach to building supercomputers is to interconnect any number of common PCs using an interface like Ethernet. This method, called clustering or Beowulf clustering, produces very inexpensive powerful computers whose capabilities would previously have cost millions of dollars. Now for a few tens of thousands of dollars, very powerful computers can be built for any number of computing solutions. From scientific applications to transaction processing, clustering technology provides an affordable, scalable computing solution. This text introduces the reader to the basics of cluster installation and configuration, and comes complete with a CD full of cluster installation programs and tools for parallel programming. Focusing on the how to of building a Linux cluster, this book is a hands-on guide for people new to clustering. It is the definitive guide to scaling Linux for scientific and enterprise applications.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 360
Edition: 1
Publisher: O'Reilly Media
Published: 01 Jul 2000

ISBN 10: 1565926250
ISBN 13: 9781565926257

Author Bio
David HM Spector is an independent software developer and computer-networking specialist. He has been in the information service and delivery business for more than 13 years specializing in network design, electronic mail and firewall/network security systems. His work has earned him profiles in numerous publications, including Fortune Magazine, Information Week, Communications Week, and Business Week.