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A Gentle Introduction to HPC - High Performance Computing


A Gentle Introduction to HPC - High Performance Computing by @1uc4sm4theus

High Performance Computing (HPC) is the practice of aggregating computing power in a way that delivers much greater power than traditional computers and servers. HPC makes it possible to explore and find answers to some of the world's biggest problems in science, engineering and business. In the HPC area we can see an interesting view of where the personal hardware market is heading.

What is HPC?

High-Performance Computing (HPC) refers to the practice of aggregating computing power in a way that delivers much greater power than traditional computers and servers. HPC, or supercomputing, is like everyday computing, only more powerful. It is a way of processing large volumes of data at very high speeds using multiple computers and storage devices as a cohesive structure. HPC makes it possible to explore and find answers to some of the world's ...


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