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High Performance Computing

What is High Performance Computing?

High Performance Computing (HPC) refers to the practice of employing advanced computing techniques, typically utilising parallel processing and supercomputers, to solve complex problems that require significant computational power and data storage capabilities.

Objectives

An objective for this space will be finalised through the iterative development of the Australian Government Architecture.

Domains

This capability is part of the following domain.
DOM2

Technology Reference

Designs

The following designs include examples of how digital solutions in this capability can be delivered.

Lead Agency: Bureau of Meteorology

The Bureau of Meteorology has a custom HPC facility designed for weather prediction and climate research. The facility uses powerful supercomputers such as Cray XC40 (Australis) and Cray XC50 (Australis II), which provide significant computational power. It is suited to bespoke, batch workloads…

Strategic Alignment

Digital solutions in this capability can support the following strategies.

Whole of Government Hosting Strategy: Hosting Certification Framework

List of critical technologies in the national interest

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