The Norwegian Computing Center (Norwegian: Norsk Regnesentral) is a leading research institute in Norway, specializing in information technology and applied mathematics. Established in 1952, it was one of the first organizations in Norway dedicated to computing and data processing.
Founded in Oslo shortly after the development of the first computer in Norway, the Norwegian Computing Center was initially established to provide computational services for Norwegian businesses and research institutions. Its inception was driven by the need to understand and utilize the potential of computing machines which were still in their infancy at the time.
In the early years, the center focused on:
Today, the Norwegian Computing Center conducts research in several key areas:
The center also offers consultancy services, helping organizations to develop and implement IT solutions, and provides education in IT-related fields. Its research often leads to the development of software tools that are widely used in various sectors including healthcare, energy, and finance.
Some notable projects include:
The center collaborates with: