10 Questions
What can SIMD architectures exploit significant data-level parallelism for?
Matrix-oriented scientific computing
Which type of architecture is more energy efficient than MIMD?
SIMD
Who is known as the Father of Vector Processing & Supercomputing?
Symour Cray
What do vector processors work on?
Linear arrays of numbers
What type of operations do vector processors perform?
Multiple (N) operations
SIMD architectures are more energy efficient than MIMD.
True
Vector processors work on linear arrays of numbers called 'vectors' only.
False
SIMD variations include vector architectures, SIMD extensions, and Graphics Processor Units (GPUs).
True
Cray supercomputers are associated with Vector Processing and Supercomputing.
True
SIMD allows programmers to think sequentially, making it attractive for personal mobile devices.
True
Test your knowledge of data-level parallelism in vector, SIMD, and GPU architectures with this quiz based on Chapter 4 of "Computer Architecture: A Quantitative Approach." Explore the efficiency and potential of SIMD architectures in harnessing data-level parallelism, and gain a deeper understanding of their energy efficiency compared to MIMD architectures.
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