The Parallel Computing Toolbox and
matching Distributed Computing Server augment
the MathWorks’ Matlab 2008a with
parallel computing support that will be a
boon to number-crunching developers. New
features include parallel for (parfor) definitions
as well as distributed arrays (darray)
that allow data to be distributed across many
servers. Users also can transition from serial
Matlab programs to parallel Matlab programs
without significant changes. The system is
integrated with the Optimization Toolbox,
the Genetic Algorithm and Data Search Toolbox,
and the MathWorks’ SystemTest. The
parallel enhancements are built on a message
passing interface (MPI) that is also accessible
to developers. A batch mode is now available
to permit optimum use of a distributed server
environment. Additional tools are provided
for cluster monitoring and management.
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