[comp.parallel] Request for learning techniques in distributed systems

mbm@helmut.scs.carleton.ca (Max B. Maklin) (12/19/90)

I am posting in hope of finding relevant sources to the problem of
learning intelligent load balancing in a distributed system.  The
system may be either homogeneous or hetergeneous, but I am inclined
to hetergeneous systems.  I am interested in any readings, (i.e.,
tech reports, journals, articles, thesis, dissertions, etc.) on the
application of sub-symbolic learning to adaptive, dynamic 
load-balancing in distributed systems, especially those which are 
loosely-coupled systems (i.e., communication costs are of importance).
The types of learning techniques I would like to employ include
neural networks, learning automata, and genetic algorithms, solely, 
or in conjuction, but would be interested to hear from others who have
used different techniques.

I would also be interested in hearing from any other fellow researchers
interested in similar notions for possible correspondance and exchange 
of results.

I would appreciate that all replys be sent to my address and if there
is enough response, I would be happy to post it to the relevent news
groups at a later time.


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