8.1 - Introduction to Multicore Processors
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What is a multicore processor?
💡 Hint: Think about how many processors are in a single chip.
What is one advantage of multicore processors?
💡 Hint: Consider how processors are used in multitasking systems.
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What defines a multicore processor?
💡 Hint: Focus on the number of cores.
True or False: Multicore processors can only improve performance by increasing clock speed.
💡 Hint: Consider how multicore architecture utilizes cores.
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Given the rise in software requiring parallel processing capabilities, propose strategies for developers to efficiently adapt applications for multicore processors.
💡 Hint: Consider common programming languages and frameworks.
Discuss the implications of power efficiency in multicore processors compared to single-core processors in data centers.
💡 Hint: Think about workload distribution and energy consumption.
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