Practice Parallel Processing Overview (7.6) - Pipelining and Parallel Processing in Computer Architecture
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Parallel Processing Overview

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Question 1 Easy

What is parallel processing?

💡 Hint: Think about how tasks can be done at the same time.

Question 2 Easy

Name one system that uses parallel processing.

💡 Hint: Look for processors that have multiple cores.

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Question 1

What is parallel processing?

Sequential execution of tasks
Simultaneous execution of tasks
None of the above

💡 Hint: Think about the main defining feature of parallel processing.

Question 2

True or False: GPUs are primarily designed for parallel processing.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the functions that GPUs serve in computing.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate how parallel processing impacts the design of software applications.

💡 Hint: Consider the different components that need to collaborate in a system.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze the potential bottlenecks that could arise with high levels of parallel processing.

💡 Hint: Think about the resources shared between multiple processing units.

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