Utility Computing and Global Grids

TL;DR

This paper explores how Grid technologies enable utility computing by detailing the architecture of Utility Grids, resource allocation methods, and industrial applications, highlighting their potential for scalable, on-demand computing services.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of Utility Grid architecture, resource management strategies, and industrial solutions, advancing understanding of utility computing implementation.

Findings

Utility Grids support scalable, on-demand computing services.

Resource allocation in Utility Grids is tailored at each architectural level.

Industrial solutions demonstrate practical utility of Grid-based utility computing.

Abstract

This chapter focuses on the use of Grid technologies to achieve utility computing. An overview of how Grids can support utility computing is first presented through the architecture of Utility Grids. Then, utility-based resource allocation is described in detail at each level of the architecture. Finally, some industrial solutions for utility computing are discussed.