developerWorks: Grid computing — Next-Generation Distributed Computing

“Grid computing has recently enjoyed an increase in popularity
as a distributed computing architecture that is becoming highly
suitable for corporate computing. Grid computing solutions are
being employed in many areas to address critical business
requirements, such as:

• “Financial services firms tapping into grid computing to
  address risk management and compliance
• “Automotive manufactures using grid solutions to accelerate
  product development and increase collaboration
• “Oil companies harnessing grid technology to hasten the
  discovery of oil and increase the odds of successful mining

“As grid computing matures, the application of the technology in
additional areas will increase…”

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