High performance computing. Parallel processing models and architectures

This book studies parallel processing methodologies and parallel architectures for High Performance Computing (HPC) according to a structured and integrated approach. All issues in parallel programming and parallel architecture are dealt with in terms of structural models, static and dynamic support to computation and programming models, performance evaluation, capability for building complex and heterogeneous applications and/or enabling platforms. Models and methodologies precede the description of technologies and products (multi-/many-core technology, high-performance networks and interconnect technologies, parallel programming tools). Through this approach the reader will be able to understand and to critically analyze existing/future products and/or to properly adapt/combine them, and to conceive new solutions.