Advantages of Multiprocessor Systems
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What is the series of steps called in which the CPU executes each instruction provided to it?

  • Processing Cycle
  • Machine Cycle (correct)
  • Instruction Cycle
  • Execution Cycle

    • In a single-processor system, how many processors are there?

  • Three
  • None
  • Multiple
  • One (correct)

    • What is an advantage of multiprocessor systems?

  • Increased reliability (correct)
  • Decreased economy of scale
  • Decreased throughput
  • Decreased fault tolerance

    • What type of system uses only one main CPU capable of executing a general-purpose instruction set?

    <p>Single-processor system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do most computer systems have when it comes to processors?

    <p>Single processor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of system allows for increased throughput and fault tolerance?

    <p>Multiprocessor system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining characteristic of multiprocessor systems?

    <p>They have multiple processors working in parallel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advantage does a multiprocessor system have in terms of reliability?

    <p>It degrades gracefully when a processor fails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the throughput of a system change in a multiprocessor setup?

    <p>It increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are multiprocessor systems considered more economic in the long run?

    <p>They share resources like data storage and peripheral devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a multiprocessor system when one processor fails?

    <p>The system continues to work but at a slower pace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can multiplying the number of processors enhance the performance of a system?

    <p>It increases the throughput of the system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Asymmetric Multiprocessing and Symmetric Multiprocessing?

    <p>In Asymmetric Multiprocessing, there is a master-slave relationship, while in Symmetric Multiprocessing, processors are in a peer-to-peer relationship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens in an Asymmetric Multiprocessing system if the master processor fails?

    <p>One of the slave processors becomes the new master processor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do processors communicate in a Symmetric Multiprocessing system?

    <p>Through shared memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key advantage of Symmetric Multiprocessing over Asymmetric Multiprocessing?

    <p>Better fault tolerance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an Asymmetric Multiprocessing system, what happens if a slave processor fails?

    <p>Another slave processor takes over its job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'graceful degradation' in multiprocessor systems?

    <p>The ability of a system to continue functioning even if some components fail</p> Signup and view all the answers

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