Evolving the High Performance Computing and Communications Initiative to Support the Nation's Information Infrastructure

Maintaining the United States' strong lead in information technology will require continued federal support of research in this area, most of which is currently funded under the High Performance Computing and Communications Initiative (HPCCI). The Initiative has already accomplished a great deal and should be continued. This book provides 13 major recommendations for refining both HPCCI and support of information technology research in general. It also provides a good overview of the development of HPCC technologies. Table of Contents Front Matter Executive Summary 1 U.S. Leadership in Information Technology 2 The High Performance Computing and Communications Initiative 3 Recommendations Bibliography Appendixes A The High Performance Computing and Communications Initiative: Background B High-Performance Communications Technology and Infrastructure C Review of the High Performance Computing and Communications Initiative Budget D Current High Performance Computing and Communications Initiative Grand Challenge Activities E Accomplishments of National Science Foundation Supercomputer Centers F Individuals Providing Briefings to the Committee