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Multis: a new class of multiprocessor computers.

C G Bell

    Science (New York, N.Y.)
    |April 26, 1985
    PubMed
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    Multiprocessor systems (multis) offer high performance and reliability at a lower cost than traditional computers. These parallel processing systems provide supercomputer speeds for scientific and engineering applications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Computer Science
    • Parallel Computing

    Background:

    • Multiprocessor systems (multis) represent a novel computer architecture utilizing multiple microprocessors.
    • The integration of microprocessors enables enhanced manufacturing, cost-effectiveness, and reliability compared to conventional computer families.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce multiprocessor systems (multis) as a new class of computers.
    • To highlight the advantages of multis in terms of performance, cost, and reliability.

    Main Methods:

    • Commercial multis typically comprise 4 to 28 modules, including microprocessors, shared memory, and I/O devices, interconnected via a bus.
    • Performance scales directly with the number of microprocessors and cost.

    Main Results:

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  • Multis offer a performance spectrum from minicomputers to mainframes.
  • They are suitable for diverse applications, including real-time industrial control and transaction processing.
  • Parallel computation in multis accelerates scientific and engineering tasks, achieving supercomputer speeds at reduced costs.

    • Conclusions:

    • Multis provide a cost-effective solution for high-performance computing needs.
    • These systems are poised to form the foundation of the fifth generation of computers, characterized by parallel processing.