Gridsfor21stCenturyDataIntensiveScience.pptVIP

University of Michigan (May 8, 2003) Paul Avery Tier 2 Centers. Paul Avery Grids for 21st CenturyData Intensive Science The Grid Concept Grid: Geographically distributed computing resources configured for coordinated use Fabric: Physical resources networks provide raw capability Middleware: Software ties it all together (tools, services, etc.) Goal: Transparent resource sharing Fundamental Idea: Resource Sharing Resources for complex problems are distributed Advanced scientific instruments (accelerators, telescopes, …) Storage, computing, people, institutions Communities require