Interconnecting heterogeneous computer systems

ABSTRACT

A software structure created by the Heterogeneous Computer Systems (HCS) Project at the University of Washington was designed to address the problems of heterogeneity that typically arise in research computing environments.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  C. Computer Systems Organization
  C.2 COMPUTER-COMMUNICATION NETWORKS

Additional Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.2 DATABASE MANAGEMENT

General Terms:
Design, Management