You are now entering the PC Anatomy portal

A parallel computer uses multiple processing units, like CPUs or cores, to execute tasks concurrently, significantly speeding up complex computations by breaking them into smaller, simultaneously processed parts. Key components include processors (CPUs/cores) and the systems that allow them to communicate, such as shared or distributed memory and networks. Architectures vary, including symmetric multiprocessors (shared memory) and massively parallel processors (distributed memory).

Key Components

Multiple Processors (CPUs/Cores): The core of a parallel computer, these units perform computations simultaneously, similar to multiple chefs working on different parts of a meal at once.

Communication System: This system enables the processors to share data and collaborate on tasks. It can take different forms:

Shared Memory: Processors can access and modify a common memory space.

Distributed Memory: Each processor has its own dedicated memory space, and they communicate via a network.

Network: A network is used in distributed systems to facilitate communication between processors, especially in large-scale systems.