Parallel Algorithms

Henri (University of Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA) Casanova, Arnaud (CNRS, LIG Laboratory, University of Grenoble, France) Legrand, Yves (Ecole Normale Superieure de Lyon, Institut Universitaire de F

ISBN 10: 1584889454 / ISBN 13: 9781584889458

Published by Taylor & Francis Inc, 2008

Zustand: Gut | Seiten: 360 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Focusing on algorithms for distributed-memory parallel architectures, Parallel Algorithms presents a rigorous yet accessible treatment of theoretical models of parallel computation, parallel algorithm design for homogeneous and heterogeneous platforms, complexity and performance analysis, and essential notions of scheduling. It extracts fundamental ideas and algorithmic principles from the mass of parallel algorithm expertise and practical implementations developed over the last few decades. With many examples, case studies, exercises, and solutions in each chapter, the text encompasses both the theoretical foundations of parallel algorithms and practical parallel algorithm design. Seller Inventory # 4677363/3

Synopsis:

Focusing on algorithms for distributed-memory parallel architectures, Parallel Algorithms presents a rigorous yet accessible treatment of theoretical models of parallel computation, parallel algorithm design for homogeneous and heterogeneous platforms, complexity and performance analysis, and essential notions of scheduling. The book extracts fundamental ideas and algorithmic principles from the mass of parallel algorithm expertise and practical implementations developed over the last few decades.

In the first section of the text, the authors cover two classical theoretical models of parallel computation (PRAMs and sorting networks), describe network models for topology and performance, and define several classical communication primitives. The next part deals with parallel algorithms on ring and grid logical topologies as well as the issue of load balancing on heterogeneous computing platforms. The final section presents basic results and approaches for common scheduling problems that arise when developing parallel algorithms. It also discusses advanced scheduling topics, such as divisible load scheduling and steady-state scheduling.

With numerous examples and exercises in each chapter, this text encompasses both the theoretical foundations of parallel algorithms and practical parallel algorithm design.

About the Author:

Henri Casanova, Arnaud Legran, Yves Robert

Bibliographic Details

Title: Parallel Algorithms
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Gut