Multiprocessing and Coprocessor Quiz

The use of a collection of computers, often owned by multiple individuals or organizations, to work in a coordinated manner to solve a common problem. (correct)

Using a giant cluster of computers to serve as a host to run applications that require high-performance computing.

The simultaneous execution of the same task on multiple processors to obtain results faster.

A form of multiprocessing that speeds processing by linking hundreds or thousands of processors to operate at the same time.

Devices that store larger amounts of data, instructions, and information more temporarily than allowed with main memory.

More volatile, lower capacity, and faster access than primary memory.

Greater economy, nonvolatility, and slower access.

Considerably less expensive than primary memory on a cost-per-megabyte basis. (correct)

Direct access (correct)

Sequential access

Magnetic tape access

Magnetic disk access