5.9 - Multithreading and ILP
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Practice Questions
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What does multithreading allow in a processor?
💡 Hint: Think about how multiple tasks can be executed at the same time.
What is the full form of ILP?
💡 Hint: Recall the concept it encompasses in processor design.
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What is the primary purpose of multithreading in processors?
💡 Hint: Think about how multiple tasks can be performed at the same time.
True or False: Simultaneous Multithreading only allows one thread to execute at a time.
💡 Hint: Consider what 'simultaneous' means.
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Given a scenario with a single-threaded application managing a heavy database query, analyze how multithreading could improve performance. Discuss potential challenges in implementation.
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs in concurrent versus sequential execution.
Evaluate how a processor using SMT could handle different types of workloads effectively and provide examples. What limitations might arise?
💡 Hint: Think about how different workloads can impact processing power and efficiency.
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