Author_Institution :
Silicon Graphics Inc., Mountain View, CA, USA
Abstract :
The use of measurement methods, called benchmarks, to predict how well different classes of computers will perform various tasks is discussed, and some popular benchmarks are considered. The problems entailed in benchmarking massively parallel processors and symmetric multiprocessing systems and, even more difficult, graphics workstations are examined. Requirements for advanced applications are addressed.<>
Keywords :
multiprocessing systems; parallel processing; performance evaluation; workstations; applications; benchmarks; computers; graphics workstations; massively parallel processors; measurement methods; performance evaluation; symmetric multiprocessing systems; Benchmark testing; Computer aided manufacturing; Computer architecture; Computer graphics; Concurrent computing; Microprocessors; Particle measurements; Program processors; System testing; Workstations;
