Why would a company or project opt to use distributed computing?
Companies and projects opt for distributed computing for several compelling reasons:
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- Easily add more machines to handle increased workload
- Accommodate growth without complete system overhaul
Performance:
- Process large datasets or complex calculations faster
- Divide tasks among multiple machines for parallel processing
Cost-effectiveness:
- Use commodity hardware instead of expensive supercomputers
- Scale resources as needed, potentially reducing idle capacity