nondistributed

Nondistributed refers to a system or process that does not involve the division of tasks or resources among multiple locations or entities. In contrast to distributed systems, which are designed to operate across multiple computers or nodes, nondistributed systems are centralized, meaning all tasks and resources are managed from a single point. This approach can simplify management and coordination but may also lead to limitations in scalability, reliability, and performance, as the system relies on a single point of failure.

Nondistributed systems are often used in smaller-scale applications or environments where the complexity of managing a distributed infrastructure is not justified. Examples include standalone desktop applications, small-scale databases, and local area networks where all resources are concentrated in one location. However, as the scale and complexity of operations grow, the limitations of nondistributed systems become more apparent, leading to the adoption of distributed architectures to enhance scalability, fault tolerance, and overall system performance.