Practice Performance Optimization - 3.10 | 3. Relationship Between Hardware and Software in Computer Systems | Computer and Processor Architecture
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is cache-aware programming?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how data is accessed in the CPU.

Question 2

Easy

How does parallel programming enhance performance?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider programs that can execute in chunks simultaneously.

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Question 1

What is one way to optimize memory usage in software?

  • A. More cache misses
  • B. Cache-aware programming
  • C. Using fewer variables

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how CPU cache impacts performance.

Question 2

True or False: Parallel programming cannot improve software performance.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: What does 'parallel' mean in computing?

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Write a detailed explanation of how to implement cache-aware programming in a sorting algorithm. Discuss the impact on performance.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on data locality when designing your solution.

Question 2

Create a design proposal for a software application that utilizes parallel programming for processing large datasets, detailing the benefits over traditional methods.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how real-time applications can benefit from parallel execution.

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