Introduction to Parallel Computing From Algorithms to Programming on State-of-the-Art Platforms

Advancements in microprocessor architecture, interconnection technology, and software development have fueled rapid growth in parallel and distributed computing. However, this development is only of practical benefit if it is accompanied by progress in the design, analysis and programming of paralle...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Trobec, Roman, Slivnik, Boštjan (Author), Bulić, Patricio (Author), Robič, Borut (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2018, 2018
Edition:1st ed. 2018
Series:Undergraduate Topics in Computer Science
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Part I: Foundations
  • Why Do We Need Parallel Programming
  • Overview of Parallel Systems
  • Part II: Programming
  • Programming Multi-Core and Shared Memory Multiprocessors Using OpenMP
  • MPI Processes and Messaging
  • OpenCL for Massively Parallel Graphic Processors
  • Part III: Engineering
  • Engineering: Parallel Computation of the Number π
  • Engineering: Parallel Solution of 1-D Heat Equation
  • Engineering: Parallel Implementation of Seam Carving
  • Final Remarks and Perspectives
  • Appendix A: Hints for Making Your Computer a Parallel Machine