Grid Technology Cookbook

Many universities and research organizations are actively planning and implementing Grid technology as a tool to enable researchers, faculty and students to participate more broadly in science and other collaborative research and academic initiatives. However, there are numerous technologies, processes, standards and tools included under the "Grid umbrella" and understanding these various elements, as well as their likely evolution, is critical to the successful planning and implementation of grid-based projects and programs. This community-driven "Grid Technology Cookbook" is intended to educate faculty and campus technical professionals about the current best practices and future directions of this technology to enable effective deployment and participation at local, regional and national levels.