10.5.2 - SIMD vs. SIMT (Single Instruction, Multiple Threads)
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Practice Questions
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What does SIMD stand for?
💡 Hint: Think of how data can be processed simultaneously.
What is the main capability of SIMT?
💡 Hint: Consider thread flexibility.
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What does SIMD stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the integration of data processing.
In SIMT, what does each thread do?
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of threads in processing.
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You are tasked with optimizing a graphics rendering application. Discuss how you would choose between SIMD and SIMT for implementing your rendering algorithms. Provide reasons for your choice.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of graphical tasks.
Imagine a scenario where SIMD is insufficient for a computational problem. Describe the situation and explain how switching to SIMT can solve it.
💡 Hint: Reflect on task diversity to see benefits of each model.
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