Distributed data processing

This paper has discussed some theoretical aspects of systems design as well as the pragmatic motivations for seeking distributed processing solutions to application implementations. Theoretical considerations do not usually dictate where or how to distribute. They can only assist in maximizing the efficiency of decisions based upon such criteria as system reliability and availability, data security, organization needs, and response time. If, for example, a machine is being placed near a manufacturing line to provide insulation from central system failures in the area of work scheduling, there are very few degrees of freedom with respect to the placement of certain data and where certain programs must execute.