Computing The Future

Author : National Research Council,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Committee to Assess the Scope and Direction of Computer Science and Technology
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1992-02-01
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780309047401

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Computing the Future by National Research Council,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Committee to Assess the Scope and Direction of Computer Science and Technology Pdf

Computers are increasingly the enabling devices of the information revolution, and computing is becoming ubiquitous in every corner of society, from manufacturing to telecommunications to pharmaceuticals to entertainment. Even more importantly, the face of computing is changing rapidly, as even traditional rivals such as IBM and Apple Computer begin to cooperate and new modes of computing are developed. Computing the Future presents a timely assessment of academic computer science and engineering (CS&E), examining what should be done to ensure continuing progress in making discoveries that will carry computing into the twenty-first century. Most importantly, it advocates a broader research and educational agenda that builds on the field's impressive accomplishments. The volume outlines a framework of priorities for CS&E, along with detailed recommendations for education, funding, and leadership. A core research agenda is outlined for these areas: processors and multiple-processor systems, data communications and networking, software engineering, information storage and retrieval, reliability, and user interfaces. This highly readable volume examines: Computer science and engineering as a discipline-how computer scientists and engineers are pushing back the frontiers of their field. How CS&E must change to meet the challenges of the future. The influence of strategic investment by federal agencies in CS&E research. Recent structural changes that affect the interaction of academic CS&E and the business environment. Specific examples of interdisciplinary and applications research in four areas: earth sciences and the environment, computational biology, commercial computing, and the long-term goal of a national electronic library. The volume provides a detailed look at undergraduate CS&E education, highlighting the limitations of four-year programs, and discusses the emerging importance of a master's degree in CS&E and the prospects for broadening the scope of the Ph.D. It also includes a brief look at continuing education.

Author : Liao Heng,Bill McColl
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-16
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781316513583

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Mathematics for Future Computing and Communications by Liao Heng,Bill McColl Pdf

A panorama of new ideas in mathematics that are driving innovation in computing and communications.

Author : Douglas Comer
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2021-06-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781000384284

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The Cloud Computing Book by Douglas Comer Pdf

The latest textbook from best-selling author Provides a comprehensive introduction to cloud computing

Author : Dennis E. Shasha,Cathy Lazere
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-27
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780393336832

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Natural Computing: DNA, Quantum Bits, and the Future of Smart Machines by Dennis E. Shasha,Cathy Lazere Pdf

Drawing on interviews with 15 leading scientists, the authors present an unexpected vision: the future of computing is a synthesis with nature.

Author : S. Barry Cooper,Andrew Hodges
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03-24
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781316589175

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The Once and Future Turing by S. Barry Cooper,Andrew Hodges Pdf

Alan Turing (1912–1954) made seminal contributions to mathematical logic, computation, computer science, artificial intelligence, cryptography and theoretical biology. In this volume, outstanding scientific thinkers take a fresh look at the great range of Turing's contributions, on how the subjects have developed since his time, and how they might develop still further. The contributors include Martin Davis, J. M. E. Hyland, Andrew R. Booker, Ueli Maurer, Kanti V. Mardia, S. Barry Cooper, Stephen Wolfram, Christof Teuscher, Douglas Richard Hofstadter, Philip K. Maini, Thomas E. Woolley, Eamonn A. Gaffney, Ruth E. Baker, Richard Gordon, Stuart Kauffman, Scott Aaronson, Solomon Feferman, P. D. Welch and Roger Penrose. These specially commissioned essays will provoke and engross the reader who wishes to understand better the lasting significance of one of the twentieth century's deepest thinkers.

Author : Riadh Habash
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-03-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780429511349

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Professional Practice in Engineering and Computing by Riadh Habash Pdf

This book has been developed with an intellectual framework to focus on the challenges and specific qualities applicable to graduates on the threshold of their careers. Young professionals have to establish their competence in complying with multifaceted sets of ethical, environmental, social, and technological parameters. This competence has a vital impact on the curricula of higher education programs, because professional bodies today rely on accredited degrees as the main route for membership. Consequently, this four-part book makes a suitable resource for a two-semester undergraduate course in professional practice and career development in universities and colleges. With its comprehensive coverage of a large variety of topics, each part of the book can be used as a reference for other related courses where sustainability, leadership, systems thinking and professional practice are evident and increasingly visible. Features Identifies the values that are unique to the engineering and computing professions, and promotes a general understanding of what it means to be a member of a profession Explains how ethical and legal considerations play a role in engineering practice Discusses the importance of professional communication and reflective practice to a range of audiences Presents the practices of leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, safety and sustainability in engineering design Analyzes and discusses the contemporary practices of project management, artificial intelligence, and professional career development.

Author : Nihal Mehta Ph.D.
Publisher : Pragmatic Bookshelf
Page : 753 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781680508093

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Quantum Computing by Nihal Mehta Ph.D. Pdf

You've heard that quantum computing is going to change the world. Now you can check it out for yourself. Learn how quantum computing works, and write programs that run on the IBM Q quantum computer, one of the world's first functioning quantum computers. Learn a simple way to apply quantum mechanics to computer programming. Create algorithms to solve intractable problems for classical computers, and discover how to explore the entire problem space at once to determine the optimal solution. Get your hands on the future of computing today. Quantum computing overhauls computer science. Problems such as designing life-saving drugs and super-large logistics problems that have been difficult or impossible for classical computers to handle can now be solved in moments. Quantum computing makes it possible to explore all possible solutions simultaneously and determine those that work, instead of iterating through each possibility sequentially. Work with quantum computers directly, instead of talking about them theoretically. Discover a new visual way of looking at quantum bits that makes quantum computing intuitive for computer programmers. Master the special properties that make them different, and more powerful, than classical bits. Control quantum bits with gates and create circuits to model complex problems. Write programs that run on real quantum machines to solve problems that classical computers struggle with. Dive into quantum optimization and cryptography. Get a head start on the technology that will drive computer science into the future. What You Need: Access to the IBM quantum computer, via any internet connection

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Intelligence Community Studies Board,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Committee on Technical Assessment of the Feasibility and Implications of Quantum Computing
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-27
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780309479691

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Quantum Computing by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Intelligence Community Studies Board,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Committee on Technical Assessment of the Feasibility and Implications of Quantum Computing Pdf

Quantum mechanics, the subfield of physics that describes the behavior of very small (quantum) particles, provides the basis for a new paradigm of computing. First proposed in the 1980s as a way to improve computational modeling of quantum systems, the field of quantum computing has recently garnered significant attention due to progress in building small-scale devices. However, significant technical advances will be required before a large-scale, practical quantum computer can be achieved. Quantum Computing: Progress and Prospects provides an introduction to the field, including the unique characteristics and constraints of the technology, and assesses the feasibility and implications of creating a functional quantum computer capable of addressing real-world problems. This report considers hardware and software requirements, quantum algorithms, drivers of advances in quantum computing and quantum devices, benchmarks associated with relevant use cases, the time and resources required, and how to assess the probability of success.

Author : Roderick L. Fennell, M.S. M.I.S.
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781452041155

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The Future of Tomorrow by Roderick L. Fennell, M.S. M.I.S. Pdf

* The thoughts of nanotechnology and its use for military, human health, and food applications, are no longer the futuristic notions of dreamers. Learn how computers no smaller than your own blood cells will be your hope for a new tomorrow. * Can't have a child or you would like a child free of disease, with a certain color hair and eyes. Or, would you like to choose your child's potential IQ? Read inside to find out more. * Have you ever dreamed that someday there would truly exist a fountain of youth? Well your wait is over. * The end of world hunger, the creation of super humans, and the ability to travel from home to any where in the world in 2 seconds on a beam of light, may yet exist within our lifetime. Learn more.. * Learn how DNA computers will replace today's silicon micro processor in the years to come... * A cure for Alzheimer's, Parkinson disease, Sickle cell anemia, and even Cancer may already exist. Learn more today!!! * Will computers with the capability of using artificial intelligence take over mankind or will we remain in control? These are but a few of the exciting discoveries that you will find inside this book. Don't wait, take a glimps of the future as it exist today, and journey with me as we go in search of a world beyond the 21st century.

Author : Catherine LaBerta
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Computer science
ISBN : 0135092760

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Computers are Your Future by Catherine LaBerta Pdf

For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office. Engages students with a refreshing and easy to learn from style, while maintaining an encyclopedic approach and popular magazine-style format. A Reference Tool For Today's Student! Today's students want a practical "what it is" and "how it works" approach to computers and computing, with less explanation of "when and why." Computers Are Your Future serves as a valuable computer technology reference tool without being overwhelming or intimidating. This edition of Computers Are Your Future was revised to match what students know today with what they need to know in order to be successful in the exciting and ever-changing world of information technology.

Author : Ciaran Hughes,Joshua Isaacson,Anastasia Perry,Ranbel F. Sun,Jessica Turner
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-03-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030616014

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Quantum Computing for the Quantum Curious by Ciaran Hughes,Joshua Isaacson,Anastasia Perry,Ranbel F. Sun,Jessica Turner Pdf

This open access book makes quantum computing more accessible than ever before. A fast-growing field at the intersection of physics and computer science, quantum computing promises to have revolutionary capabilities far surpassing “classical” computation. Getting a grip on the science behind the hype can be tough: at its heart lies quantum mechanics, whose enigmatic concepts can be imposing for the novice. This classroom-tested textbook uses simple language, minimal math, and plenty of examples to explain the three key principles behind quantum computers: superposition, quantum measurement, and entanglement. It then goes on to explain how this quantum world opens up a whole new paradigm of computing. The book bridges the gap between popular science articles and advanced textbooks by making key ideas accessible with just high school physics as a prerequisite. Each unit is broken down into sections labelled by difficulty level, allowing the course to be tailored to the student’s experience of math and abstract reasoning. Problem sets and simulation-based labs of various levels reinforce the concepts described in the text and give the reader hands-on experience running quantum programs. This book can thus be used at the high school level after the AP or IB exams, in an extracurricular club, or as an independent project resource to give students a taste of what quantum computing is really about. At the college level, it can be used as a supplementary text to enhance a variety of courses in science and computing, or as a self-study guide for students who want to get ahead. Additionally, readers in business, finance, or industry will find it a quick and useful primer on the science behind computing’s future.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8184874790

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Future computing by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jorge G. Barbosa,Inês Dutra
Publisher : Nova Science Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Computational grids
ISBN : 1631177044

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Grid Computing by Jorge G. Barbosa,Inês Dutra Pdf

In the past two decades, grid computing have fostered advances in several scientific domains by making resources available to a wide community and bridging scientific gaps. Grid infrastructures have been harnessing computational resources all around the world allowing all kinds of parallelisms to be explored. Other approaches to parallel and distributed computing still exist like the use of dedicated high-performance (HPC) infrastructures, and the use of clouds for computing and storage, but grid computing continues to be the predominant technology used for scientific computing in Europe, through the European Grid Infrastructure (EGI) and the European Middleware Initiative (EMI). Currently, there is a trend towards the use of cloud technologies for computing and storage. In Europe, this trend is being followed by taking advantage of all the experiences gained from building grid infrastructures and the technologies developed around them (resource management orchestration, unified job description languages, security, user interfaces, programming models, and scheduling policies, among others). As a result, the European Grid Infrastructure Federated Cloud is being built on top of the grid infrastructure already available. After almost two decades of the development of grid software and components and the emergence of competing technologies, now is the time to discuss current trends and to assess future prospects. When organising this book, the authors considered contributions that would review the current grid computing scenario as well as contributions that would summarise the main tools and technologies used so far. The chapters in this book provide reviews for the following topics: a) performance prediction for parallel and distributed computing systems, b) resource sharing on computational grids, c) economic models for resource management, and d) programming frameworks. The chapters address grid issues such as a) the challenges of designing efficient job schedulers for production grids, b) scalability analysis of bag-of-tasks applications, c) the energy efficiency of resource reservation-based scheduling, and d) the development of parallel applications using the grid environment. Additionally, the following tools are presented: a) a programming framework based on the concept of a pluggable grid service that avoids explicit calls to grid services in scientific code and b) a desktop grid framework that runs on top of a cloud and can be deployed on the fly. The authors were each invited to contribute a chapter to this book, which were carefully revised and selected based on their originality and the value of their contribution to the overall discussion on grid computing and its future prospects.

Author : John MacCormick
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780691209067

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Nine Algorithms That Changed the Future by John MacCormick Pdf

Nine revolutionary algorithms that power our computers and smartphones Every day, we use our computers to perform remarkable feats. A simple web search picks out a handful of relevant needles from the world's biggest haystack. Uploading a photo to Facebook transmits millions of pieces of information over numerous error-prone network links, yet somehow a perfect copy of the photo arrives intact. Without even knowing it, we use public-key cryptography to transmit secret information like credit card numbers, and we use digital signatures to verify the identity of the websites we visit. How do our computers perform these tasks with such ease? John MacCormick answers this question in language anyone can understand, using vivid examples to explain the fundamental tricks behind nine computer algorithms that power our PCs, tablets, and smartphones.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Committee on Sustaining Growth in Computing Performance
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-04-21
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780309159517

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The Future of Computing Performance by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Committee on Sustaining Growth in Computing Performance Pdf

The end of dramatic exponential growth in single-processor performance marks the end of the dominance of the single microprocessor in computing. The era of sequential computing must give way to a new era in which parallelism is at the forefront. Although important scientific and engineering challenges lie ahead, this is an opportune time for innovation in programming systems and computing architectures. We have already begun to see diversity in computer designs to optimize for such considerations as power and throughput. The next generation of discoveries is likely to require advances at both the hardware and software levels of computing systems. There is no guarantee that we can make parallel computing as common and easy to use as yesterday's sequential single-processor computer systems, but unless we aggressively pursue efforts suggested by the recommendations in this book, it will be "game over" for growth in computing performance. If parallel programming and related software efforts fail to become widespread, the development of exciting new applications that drive the computer industry will stall; if such innovation stalls, many other parts of the economy will follow suit. The Future of Computing Performance describes the factors that have led to the future limitations on growth for single processors that are based on complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) technology. It explores challenges inherent in parallel computing and architecture, including ever-increasing power consumption and the escalated requirements for heat dissipation. The book delineates a research, practice, and education agenda to help overcome these challenges. The Future of Computing Performance will guide researchers, manufacturers, and information technology professionals in the right direction for sustainable growth in computer performance, so that we may all enjoy the next level of benefits to society.