A macro preprocessor for the simulation language network II.5

ABSTRACT

Network II.5 [Garrison 1989] is a powerful simulation tool for the design and analysis of multiprocessor systems, but lacks features to support modelling-in-the-large. We have developed a macro preprocessor, NETPRE, to aid in the construction and maintenance of large simulation models. NETPRE supports symbolic constants, include files, and macros. We show how these features can reduce model development time, increase the readability of model descriptions, and facilitate experimentation.

REFERENCES

• 1: Garrison, W.J. August 1989. Network II.5 User's Manual, Version 5.0. CACI Products Company.
• 2: Sedlmeyer, R.L. and Thuente, D.J. 1990. "Shared Memory Multiprocessor Simulation Techniques with Network II.5" Proceedings of the 1990 SCS Multiconference on Modeling and Simulation on Microcomputers, pp. 47-52.

INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  I. Computing Methodologies
  I.6 SIMULATION AND MODELING

Additional Classification:
  C. Computer Systems Organization
  C.1 PROCESSOR ARCHITECTURES
  C.4 PERFORMANCE OF SYSTEMS
      Subjects: Modeling techniques

  D. Software
  D.3 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
      D.3.2 Language Classifications

          Nouns: C
      D.3.4 Processors
          Subjects: Preprocessors

General Terms:
Algorithms, Design, Languages