Practice Concept of Parallel Processing - 8.1 | Module 8: Introduction to Parallel Processing | Computer Architecture
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8.1 - Concept of Parallel Processing

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is parallel processing?

💡 Hint: Think about how multiple workers can complete tasks faster together.

Question 2

Easy

Name one benefit of parallel processing.

💡 Hint: What happens when more processors work together?

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main goal of parallel processing?

  • To perform computations one after the other
  • To execute multiple tasks simultaneously
  • To decrease the number of processors

💡 Hint: Remember the primary advantage of using multiple processors.

Question 2

True or False: Parallel processing can only improve performance for complex tasks.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how it applies to simple tasks too.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a scenario where you have three computing tasks that require processing time of 30, 20, and 15 seconds respectively. If only one processor were used, how long will it take to complete all tasks? If three processors are used (parallel processing), how long will it take in the best-case scenario?

💡 Hint: Consider how the total time changes when tasks overlap in processing.

Question 2

Imagine a server that handles user requests. If the server can handle 100 requests in one minute, but the arrival of requests increases and causes communication overhead leading to a slowdown. How would you diagnose whether to add more servers or optimize current ones?

💡 Hint: Look for cues in performance metrics to ascertain whether it's an issue of workload or capability.

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