Distributed System Concept

Hi people!!

Today, I will explain the Distributed Systems Concept, concretely:

• What it is?
• Some examples of the same
• The features
• Advantages and disadvantages of a Distributed System

What is a Distributed System?

In general, a Distributed System is a system with several components that is found on different machines so that it is connected through a data network and that presents itself as a single system for users.

Examples of Distributed System

In the current world, we find several examples of distributed systems, with special emphasis:

• Telecommunication networks;
• Network applications;
• Online games;
• Etc.

The key features of a Distributed System

• Openess: In order for the systems to “talk” between then, it is very important that they are opened because only then will it be easier to extend them;
• Concurrency: The presence of multiple users in a distributed system means that a certain resource can be accessed simultaneously;
• Scalability: A distributed system should be indispensable so that new systems can be added in a simpler way, with very low costs and without any impact on the service;
• Fault Tolerance: Any process or network can fail autonomously.

Advantages and disadvantages of a Distributed System

Advantages

• Efficiency;
• Reliability;
• Latency.

Disadvantages

• Security;
• Complexity;
• Overhead.

I hope you like it!! :)