10.4 - Graphics Processing Units (GPUs)
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What does GPU stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what the device is primarily used for.
Name one advantage of using GPUs over CPUs.
💡 Hint: Consider parallel processing capabilities.
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What is a primary characteristic of GPU architecture?
💡 Hint: Think about how many operations can occur at the same time.
True or False: CUDA is a platform by AMD.
💡 Hint: Recap which company developed CUDA.
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Describe a scenario in a data-heavy application where utilizing a GPU compared to a CPU would offer a significant performance boost.
💡 Hint: Think about how the tasks can be divided up.
From a programming perspective, outline the considerations a developer must keep in mind when designing an application utilizing a GPU.
💡 Hint: Focus on adjustments related to data handling.
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