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What is another name for multiprocessor systems where processors share memory and a clock?
What is another name for multiprocessor systems where processors share memory and a clock?
- Hierarchical systems
- Sequential systems
- Parallel systems (correct)
- Distributed systems
Which type of multiprocessing assigns each processor a specific task?
Which type of multiprocessing assigns each processor a specific task?
- Symmetric Multiprocessing
- Parallel Multiprocessing
- Distributed Multiprocessing
- Asymmetric Multiprocessing (correct)
What is one of the advantages of multiprocessor systems?
What is one of the advantages of multiprocessor systems?
- Decreased throughput
- Increased throughput (correct)
- Reduced reliability
- Decreased fault tolerance
In Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP), what does each processor run?
In Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP), what does each processor run?
What type of communication usually takes place in multiprocessor systems through shared memory?
What type of communication usually takes place in multiprocessor systems through shared memory?
What is the primary characteristic of symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) in terms of running processes?
What is the primary characteristic of symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) in terms of running processes?
What is the main difference between Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP) and Asymmetric Multiprocessing?
What is the main difference between Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP) and Asymmetric Multiprocessing?
What is a characteristic of a loosely coupled system?
What is a characteristic of a loosely coupled system?
What benefit does a distributed system provide in terms of resources sharing?
What benefit does a distributed system provide in terms of resources sharing?
In a client-server system, how do processors communicate with each other?
In a client-server system, how do processors communicate with each other?
What is a key feature of clustered systems?
What is a key feature of clustered systems?
What term is commonly used to refer to processors in a distributed system?
What term is commonly used to refer to processors in a distributed system?
What does a time-shared operating system allow?
What does a time-shared operating system allow?
What is a process in the context of operating systems?
What is a process in the context of operating systems?
What is an essential feature needed for multiprogramming?
What is an essential feature needed for multiprogramming?
What does a time-sharing system use to provide each user with a small portion of a time-shared computer?
What does a time-sharing system use to provide each user with a small portion of a time-shared computer?
In a multi-programmed system, what does the operating system do to increase CPU utilization?
In a multi-programmed system, what does the operating system do to increase CPU utilization?
What is the purpose of allocating devices in an operating system?
What is the purpose of allocating devices in an operating system?
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