Definition
Computing systems designed to deliver maximum processing power for solving complex computational problems.
Detailed Explanation
HPC systems combine powerful processors, high-speed interconnects, parallel file systems, and specialized software to achieve maximum computational performance. These systems typically use advanced architectures including clusters, supercomputers, and grid computing, often incorporating specialized hardware accelerators like GPUs and FPGAs. HPC environments require sophisticated job scheduling, resource management, and monitoring systems to maintain optimal performance.
Use Cases
Scientific simulations, weather forecasting, genomic analysis, large-scale machine learning, climate modeling, quantum chemistry calculations