There is no guarantee that we can make parallel computing as common and easy to use as yesterday's sequential single-processor computer systems, but unless we aggressively pursue efforts suggested by the recommendations in this book, it will be "game over" for growth in computing performance. If parallel programming and related software efforts fail to become widespread, the development of exciting new applications that drive the computer industry will stall; if such innovation stalls, many other parts of the economy will follow suit.
The Future of Computing Performance describes the factors that have led to the future limitations on growth for single processors that are based on complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) technology. It explores challenges inherent in parallel computing and architecture, including ever-increasing power consumption and the escalated requirements for heat dissipation. The book delineates a research, practice, and education agenda to help overcome these challenges. The Future of Computing Performance will guide researchers, manufacturers, and information technology professionals in the right direction for sustainable growth in computer performance, so that we may all enjoy the next level of benefits to society.
Table of Contents
Front Matter
Abstract
Summary
1 The Need for Continued Performance Growth
2 What Is Computer Performance?
3 Power Is Now Limiting Growth in Computing Performance
4 The End of Programming as We Know It
5 Research, Practice, and Education to Meet Tomorrow's Performance
Needs
Appendixes
Appendix A: A History of Computer Performance
Appendix B: Biographies of Committee Members and Staff
Appendix C: Reprint of Gordon E. Moore's "Cramming More Components
onto Integrated Circuits"
Appendix D: Reprint of Robert H. Dennard's "Design of Ion-Implanted
MOSFET's with Very Small Physical Dimensions"
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