Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the difference between distributed computing paradigm and swarm intelligence? In the case of distributed computing, we also divide the work units in chunks that are processed by individual nodes. 

A: The basic difference between these two types of systems is that the distributed computing systems are centrally controlled. There is a master node or processing unit that keeps track of all the worker nodes and allocated work units based on their availability. The frameworks also maintain a level of redundancy so that the system is reliable in case of failure of one of the worker nodes. In case of intelligent swarm behavior demonstrated by social creatures, there is not centralized control and all the agents operate independently within their operating principles. The agents are self-organizing and collaborate intuitively and implicitly instead of an explicit collaboration managed by a central controlling unit. 

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