Shared and Distributed Memory in Parallel Computing
In parallel and distributed computing, memory management becomes crucial when dealing with multiple processors working together. Two prominent approaches exist: shared memory and distributed memory. This tutorial will delve into these concepts, highlighting their key differences, advantages, disadvantages, and applications. Visit the detailed tutorial on Parallel and Distributed Computing. Shared Memory Shared memory systems provide a single, unified memory space accessible by all processors in a computer. Imagine a whiteboard where multiple people can write and read simultaneously. Physically, the…