Distributed Computer Systems

Author : Carlos A. Varela
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780262313360

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Programming Distributed Computing Systems by Carlos A. Varela Pdf

An introduction to fundamental theories of concurrent computation and associated programming languages for developing distributed and mobile computing systems. Starting from the premise that understanding the foundations of concurrent programming is key to developing distributed computing systems, this book first presents the fundamental theories of concurrent computing and then introduces the programming languages that help develop distributed computing systems at a high level of abstraction. The major theories of concurrent computation—including the π-calculus, the actor model, the join calculus, and mobile ambients—are explained with a focus on how they help design and reason about distributed and mobile computing systems. The book then presents programming languages that follow the theoretical models already described, including Pict, SALSA, and JoCaml. The parallel structure of the chapters in both part one (theory) and part two (practice) enable the reader not only to compare the different theories but also to see clearly how a programming language supports a theoretical model. The book is unique in bridging the gap between the theory and the practice of programming distributed computing systems. It can be used as a textbook for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in computer science or as a reference for researchers in the area of programming technology for distributed computing. By presenting theory first, the book allows readers to focus on the essential components of concurrency, distribution, and mobility without getting bogged down in syntactic details of specific programming languages. Once the theory is understood, the practical part of implementing a system in an actual programming language becomes much easier.

Author : Sacha Krakowiak,Santosh Shrivastava
Publisher : Springer
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2003-06-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783540464754

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Advances in Distributed Systems by Sacha Krakowiak,Santosh Shrivastava Pdf

In 1992 we initiated a research project on large scale distributed computing systems (LSDCS). It was a collaborative project involving research institutes and universities in Bologna, Grenoble, Lausanne, Lisbon, Rennes, Rocquencourt, Newcastle, and Twente. The World Wide Web had recently been developed at CERN, but its use was not yet as common place as it is today and graphical browsers had yet to be developed. It was clear to us (and to just about everyone else) that LSDCS comprising several thousands to millions of individual computer systems (nodes) would be coming into existence as a consequence both of technological advances and the demands placed by applications. We were excited about the problems of building large distributed systems, and felt that serious rethinking of many of the existing computational paradigms, algorithms, and structuring principles for distributed computing was called for. In our research proposal, we summarized the problem domain as follows: “We expect LSDCS to exhibit great diversity of node and communications capability. Nodes will range from (mobile) laptop computers, workstations to supercomputers. Whereas mobile computers may well have unreliable, low bandwidth communications to the rest of the system, other parts of the system may well possess high bandwidth communications capability. To appreciate the problems posed by the sheer scale of a system comprising thousands of nodes, we observe that such systems will be rarely functioning in their entirety.

Author : H. S. M. Zedan
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014-05-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781483192321

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Distributed Computer Systems by H. S. M. Zedan Pdf

Distributed Computer Systems: Theory and Practice is a collection of papers dealing with the design and implementation of operating systems, including distributed systems, such as the amoeba system, argus, Andrew, and grapevine. One paper discusses the concepts and notations for concurrent programming, particularly language notation used in computer programming, synchronization methods, and also compares three classes of languages. Another paper explains load balancing or load redistribution to improve system performance, namely, static balancing and adaptive load balancing. For program efficiency, the user can choose from various debugging approaches to locate or fix errors without significantly disturbing the program behavior. Examples of debuggers pertain to the ada language and the occam programming language. Another paper describes the architecture of a real-time distributed database system used for computer network management, monitoring integration, as well as administration and control of both local area or wide area communications networks. The book can prove helpful to programmers, computer engineers, computer technicians, and computer instructors dealing with many aspects of computers, such as programming, hardware interface, networking, engineering or design.

Author : Weijia Jia,Wanlei Zhou
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 531 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2006-06-14
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780387238401

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Distributed Network Systems by Weijia Jia,Wanlei Zhou Pdf

Both authors have taught the course of “Distributed Systems” for many years in the respective schools. During the teaching, we feel strongly that “Distributed systems” have evolved from traditional “LAN” based distributed systems towards “Internet based” systems. Although there exist many excellent textbooks on this topic, because of the fast development of distributed systems and network programming/protocols, we have difficulty in finding an appropriate textbook for the course of “distributed systems” with orientation to the requirement of the undergraduate level study for today’s distributed technology. Specifically, from - to-date concepts, algorithms, and models to implementations for both distributed system designs and application programming. Thus the philosophy behind this book is to integrate the concepts, algorithm designs and implementations of distributed systems based on network programming. After using several materials of other textbooks and research books, we found that many texts treat the distributed systems with separation of concepts, algorithm design and network programming and it is very difficult for students to map the concepts of distributed systems to the algorithm design, prototyping and implementations. This book intends to enable readers, especially postgraduates and senior undergraduate level, to study up-to-date concepts, algorithms and network programming skills for building modern distributed systems. It enables students not only to master the concepts of distributed network system but also to readily use the material introduced into implementation practices.

Author : Richard L. Shuey,David L. Spooner,Ophir Frieder
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Computer architecture
ISBN : 0201553325

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The Architecture of Distributed Computer Systems by Richard L. Shuey,David L. Spooner,Ophir Frieder Pdf

This book is one of the first texts to focus on the challenges and requirements for designing distributed computer systems. Taking the fundamental facts, understanding, and practices that are central to the design of distributed heterogeneous systems, this book provides an integrated perspective that includes computer, communications, and database technologies. The book supports the integrated viewpoint that is essential in distributed system architecture.

Author : Ludwik Czaja
Publisher : Springer
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018-01-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319720234

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Introduction to Distributed Computer Systems by Ludwik Czaja Pdf

This book introduces readers to selected issues in distributed systems, and primarily focuses on principles, not on technical details. Though the systems discussed are based on existing (von Neumann) computer architectures, the book also touches on emerging processing paradigms. Uniquely, it approaches system components not only as static constructs, but also “in action,” exploring the different states they pass through. The author’s teaching experience shows that newcomers to the field, students and even IT professionals can far more readily grasp the essence of distributed algorithmic structures in action, than on the basis of static descriptions.

Author : Gerald Popek,Bruce J. Walker
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0262161028

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The LOCUS Distributed System Architecture by Gerald Popek,Bruce J. Walker Pdf

Computer Systems Organization -- Computer-Communication Networks.

Author : Sape J. Mullender
Publisher : Addison-Wesley
Page : 620 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Computers
ISBN : UOM:39015029984211

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Distributed Systems by Sape J. Mullender Pdf

Revised and updated throughout to take into account significant new developments in distributed computing. Reflects on latest technology and includes new case studies, including real-time distributed systems.

Author : Ajay D. Kshemkalyani,Mukesh Singhal
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0521189845

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Distributed Computing by Ajay D. Kshemkalyani,Mukesh Singhal Pdf

Designing distributed computing systems is a complex process requiring a solid understanding of the design problems and the theoretical and practical aspects of their solutions. This comprehensive textbook covers the fundamental principles and models underlying the theory, algorithms and systems aspects of distributed computing. Broad and detailed coverage of the theory is balanced with practical systems-related issues such as mutual exclusion, deadlock detection, authentication, and failure recovery. Algorithms are carefully selected, lucidly presented, and described without complex proofs. Simple explanations and illustrations are used to elucidate the algorithms. Important emerging topics such as peer-to-peer networks and network security are also considered. With vital algorithms, numerous illustrations, examples and homework problems, this textbook is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students of electrical and computer engineering and computer science. Practitioners in data networking and sensor networks will also find this a valuable resource. Additional resources are available online at www.cambridge.org/9780521876346.

Author : G. Bochmann
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1979-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : UCAL:B4190778

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Architecture of Distributed Computer Systems by G. Bochmann Pdf

Author : Ravi Jain,John Werth,James C Browne
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1996-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 146131402X

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Input/Output in Parallel and Distributed Computer Systems by Ravi Jain,John Werth,James C Browne Pdf

Input/Output in Parallel and Distributed Computer Systems has attracted increasing attention over the last few years, as it has become apparent that input/output performance, rather than CPU performance, may be the key limiting factor in the performance of future systems. This I/O bottleneck is caused by the increasing speed mismatch between processing units and storage devices, the use of multiple processors operating simultaneously in parallel and distributed systems, and by the increasing I/O demands of new classes of applications, like multimedia. It is also important to note that, to varying degrees, the I/O bottleneck exists at multiple levels of the memory hierarchy. All indications are that the I/O bottleneck will be with us for some time to come, and is likely to increase in importance. Input/Output in Parallel and Distributed Computer Systems is based on papers presented at the 1994 and 1995 IOPADS workshops held in conjunction with the International Parallel Processing Symposium. This book is divided into three parts. Part I, the Introduction, contains four invited chapters which provide a tutorial survey of I/O issues in parallel and distributed systems. The chapters in Parts II and III contain selected research papers from the 1994 and 1995 IOPADS workshops; many of these papers have been substantially revised and updated for inclusion in this volume. Part II collects the papers from both years which deal with various aspects of system software, and Part III addresses architectural issues. Input/Output in Parallel and Distributed Computer Systems is suitable as a secondary text for graduate level courses in computer architecture, software engineering, and multimedia systems, and as a reference for researchers and practitioners in industry.

Author : Jie Wu
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1998-08-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0849331781

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Distributed System Design by Jie Wu Pdf

Future requirements for computing speed, system reliability, and cost-effectiveness entail the development of alternative computers to replace the traditional von Neumann organization. As computing networks come into being, one of the latest dreams is now possible - distributed computing. Distributed computing brings transparent access to as much computer power and data as the user needs for accomplishing any given task - simultaneously achieving high performance and reliability. The subject of distributed computing is diverse, and many researchers are investigating various issues concerning the structure of hardware and the design of distributed software. Distributed System Design defines a distributed system as one that looks to its users like an ordinary system, but runs on a set of autonomous processing elements (PEs) where each PE has a separate physical memory space and the message transmission delay is not negligible. With close cooperation among these PEs, the system supports an arbitrary number of processes and dynamic extensions. Distributed System Design outlines the main motivations for building a distributed system, including: inherently distributed applications performance/cost resource sharing flexibility and extendibility availability and fault tolerance scalability Presenting basic concepts, problems, and possible solutions, this reference serves graduate students in distributed system design as well as computer professionals analyzing and designing distributed/open/parallel systems. Chapters discuss: the scope of distributed computing systems general distributed programming languages and a CSP-like distributed control description language (DCDL) expressing parallelism, interprocess communication and synchronization, and fault-tolerant design two approaches describing a distributed system: the time-space view and the interleaving view mutual exclusion and related issues, including election, bidding, and self-stabilization prevention and detection of deadlock reliability, safety, and security as well as various methods of handling node, communication, Byzantine, and software faults efficient interprocessor communication mechanisms as well as these mechanisms without specific constraints, such as adaptiveness, deadlock-freedom, and fault-tolerance virtual channels and virtual networks load distribution problems synchronization of access to shared data while supporting a high degree of concurrency

Author : Cristea, Valentin,Dobre, Ciprian,Stratan, Corina,Pop, Florin,Costan, Alexandru
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781615207046

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Large-Scale Distributed Computing and Applications: Models and Trends by Cristea, Valentin,Dobre, Ciprian,Stratan, Corina,Pop, Florin,Costan, Alexandru Pdf

Many applications follow the distributed computing paradigm, in which parts of the application are executed on different network-interconnected computers. The extension of these applications in terms of number of users or size has led to an unprecedented increase in the scale of the infrastructure that supports them. Large-Scale Distributed Computing and Applications: Models and Trends offers a coherent and realistic image of today's research results in large scale distributed systems, explains state-of-the-art technological solutions for the main issues regarding large scale distributed systems, and presents the benefits of using large scale distributed systems and the development process of scientific and commercial distributed applications.

Author : Paulo Veríssimo,Luís Rodrigues
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 625 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781461516637

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Distributed Systems for System Architects by Paulo Veríssimo,Luís Rodrigues Pdf

The primary audience for this book are advanced undergraduate students and graduate students. Computer architecture, as it happened in other fields such as electronics, evolved from the small to the large, that is, it left the realm of low-level hardware constructs, and gained new dimensions, as distributed systems became the keyword for system implementation. As such, the system architect, today, assembles pieces of hardware that are at least as large as a computer or a network router or a LAN hub, and assigns pieces of software that are self-contained, such as client or server programs, Java applets or pro tocol modules, to those hardware components. The freedom she/he now has, is tremendously challenging. The problems alas, have increased too. What was before mastered and tested carefully before a fully-fledged mainframe or a closely-coupled computer cluster came out on the market, is today left to the responsibility of computer engineers and scientists invested in the role of system architects, who fulfil this role on behalf of software vendors and in tegrators, add-value system developers, R&D institutes, and final users. As system complexity, size and diversity grow, so increases the probability of in consistency, unreliability, non responsiveness and insecurity, not to mention the management overhead. What System Architects Need to Know The insight such an architect must have includes but goes well beyond, the functional properties of distributed systems.

Author : Andrew James Herbert,Karen I.B. Spaerck Jones
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2006-05-07
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780387218212

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Computer Systems by Andrew James Herbert,Karen I.B. Spaerck Jones Pdf

An invited collection of peer-reviewed papers surveying key areas of Roger Needham's distinguished research career at Cambridge University and Microsoft Research. From operating systems to distributed computing, many of the world's leading researchers provide insight into the latest concepts and theoretical insights--many of which are based upon Needham's pioneering research work. A critical collection of edited-survey research papers spanning the entire range of Roger Needham's distinguished scientific career, from operating systems to distributed computing and security. Many of the world's leading researchers survey their topics' latest developments and acknowledge the theoretical foundations of Needham's work. Introduction to book written by Rick Rashid, Director of Microsoft Research Worldwide.