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Multicore Systems and SMP Quiz

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What defines a multicore system?

A single core that processes multiple threads simultaneously.

Multiple independent processors with no shared resources.

Multiple cores that share some resources. (correct)

A single processor without shared memory.

What is the primary function of simultaneous multithreading?

To execute instructions from multiple threads on a single core. (correct)

To increase the number of processors in a system.

To allow multiple cores to share memory accommodations.

To combine several controllers into a single processor.

Which statement accurately describes symmetric multiprocessing (SMP)?

It involves a single processor with no shared memory.

It uses multiple core processors that do not share resources.

It consists of two or more full processors possibly combined with multicore architecture. (correct)

It requires processors to operate independently without collaboration.

What role do accelerators serve in relation to multicore and SMP systems?

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between multithreading and multicore systems?

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Multicore Systems

Contain two or more cores that share some resources.
Can execute instructions from multiple threads concurrently.

Simultaneous Multithreading

One core (CPU) executes instructions from multiple threads.
Designed to better exploit functional units in hardware.

Symmetric Multiprocessor (SMP)

Consists of two or more full processors.
Can be combined with multicore and/or simultaneous multithreading.
Often used to speed up processing of complex applications.
Can be combined with accelerators to further enhance performance.

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Test your knowledge on multicore systems, simultaneous multithreading, and symmetric multiprocessor architectures. Explore how these technologies work together to enhance performance in computing. This quiz will help solidify your understanding of these advanced computing concepts.