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Which type of processors are called loosely-coupled processors?
Which type of processors are called loosely-coupled processors?
- SPMD processors
- MIMD processors (correct)
- SIMD processors
- SISD processors
What is the purpose of the communication links in loosely-coupled multi-processors?
What is the purpose of the communication links in loosely-coupled multi-processors?
- To allow processors to execute tasks simultaneously
- To synchronize the clock speed of processors
- To share memory between processors
- To pass data from processor to processor (correct)
How are the communication links supported within the network of processors?
How are the communication links supported within the network of processors?
- By the programming language
- By the hardware
- By the firmware or Operating System
- By the communication primitives (correct)
What is the purpose of synchronisation in multi-processors?
What is the purpose of synchronisation in multi-processors?
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When does the sender and receiver in a multi-processor execute a defined data transfer?
When does the sender and receiver in a multi-processor execute a defined data transfer?
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Multi-processor Systems
- Distributed memory multi-processors are called loosely-coupled processors.
- The purpose of communication links in loosely-coupled multi-processors is to enable data exchange between processors.
- Communication links within the network of processors are supported through interconnection networks, which provide a channel for data transfer.
- The purpose of synchronisation in multi-processors is to coordinate actions between processors, ensuring data consistency and preventing clashes.
- In a multi-processor, the sender and receiver execute a defined data transfer during a handshake protocol, which ensures data is transmitted correctly and in the right order.
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