Chapter 31: Processor architecture
Abstract
Among the aspects of computer architecture relevant to high performance computing (HPC), probably the most important are the architectural details relating to memory and data movement inside the processor and between processor and memory. In this chapter we give a concise introduction to the memory subsystem of a computer; subsequent chapters will then apply this knowledge to coding for performance.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
Low-power high-performance VLSI design
Computer Graphics and Visualization Techniques
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics eBooks
- Pages
- 301–312
- Publication date
- 19 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter