Autonomic Computing

A Snapshot Introduction

For more than 50 years, the IT industry has been a catalyst for global growth and opportunity. The dynamic effects on our society, including commerce and all types of industries, have been astonishing. The global market for all IT products surpassed $1 trillion in 2002 and is projections to reach $1.4 trillion by 2005^[1] despite economic uncertainty. In addition, the IT industry has generated millions of highly skilled workers worldwide who, in turn, are paid above-average salaries and are able to contribute to better standards of living and stable societies. In addition, millions of jobs have been created in related industries, such as services, support, and training. In the United States, for example, nearly 11 million ...