Description: The term ‘quasi-distributed’ refers to systems that, while not fully distributed, exhibit some characteristics of distributed systems. These systems can operate in an environment where resources and workloads are partially distributed across different nodes but do not reach the level of autonomy and scalability expected from a fully distributed system. The main characteristics of quasi-distributed systems include the ability to share resources, data redundancy, and the possibility of performing tasks in parallel, albeit with certain limitations in management and coordination. This approach allows organizations to leverage the benefits of distributed computing without the total complexity involved in implementing a fully distributed system. In the context of cloud computing, quasi-distributed systems can provide an intermediate solution that combines the security and control of private infrastructure with some of the advantages of resource distribution, such as flexibility and efficiency in the use of existing infrastructure.
