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Network characteristics emerging from agent interactions in balanced distributed system.
Mahdi Abed Salman1, Cyrille Bertelle1, Eric Sanlaville1
1LITIS, Normandy University, Le Havre, France.
Computational Social Networks
|December 22, 2017
Summary
Load balancing strategies in distributed computing systems (DCSs) ensure even load distribution. However, their effectiveness varies based on network structure and information spread, impacting system performance.
Area of Science:
- Computer Science
- Network Engineering
Background:
- Distributed computing systems (DCSs) function as complex networks with essential information exchanges between nodes.
- Software agents in DCSs mimic social network members, cooperating and competing for resources and knowledge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the performance of different load balancing strategies across various network structures in DCSs.
- To analyze the impact of information distribution and network topology on load balancing efficiency.
Main Methods:
- Simulation of four distinct load balancing strategies.
- Testing strategies on diverse network structures.
- Analysis of system steady state and mean job response times.
Main Results:
- All tested load balancing strategies achieved even load distribution, leading to a steady state.
- Strategy performance varied significantly based on network structural parameters and information spreading dynamics.
Conclusions:
- Load balancing strategy effectiveness is contingent upon the underlying network architecture and information dissemination.
- Findings offer insights into optimizing DCS behavior and managing complex systems.
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