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A multi-core processor is one which combines what are essentially multiple CPUs into a single chip. As far as the operating system and other software are concerned, it is the same as a dual or quad-cpu computer system, even though the cpus are physically one single unit.
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∙ 8y agoMultiprocessor means having more than one processor. Example: this is a multiprocessor computer.
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What was Intel's first multicore processor?
Intel's first multicore processor was the Xeon, followed the same year (2002) by the Pentium IV. The two cores were implemented in a hyperthreading configuration, allowing two simultaneous threads when both threads were in the same process address space. Independent cores (in different address spaces) were supported starting with the Core-2 Duo. This configuration extended the hyperthreading model to include duplicating enough of the bus interface unit to allow two unrelated threads to run simultaneously.
What is the definition of process?
The word process basically refers to steps or activities that have to be completed to accomplish something. The end result is usually something specific and the person completing the process knows what is supposed to happen at the end of the process.
What is array processor and what is the role of attached array processor?
aray processor is a processor that performs computations on large arrays of data. It is of two types: (1) attached array processor. (2)SIMD array processor.
What is network processing?
A network processor is defined as an integrated circuit which has a set specifically targeted at the networking application domain. Network processing does not have a clear definition but it should include all of the aspects of how a network operates.
Is an operating system responsible for managing processor time and memory allocation?
The processor time is a function of the processor. The memory allocation is a function of the operating system.
What is the name of the memory cache that is shared by cores in a multicore processor?
L3 Cache
Is the multicore processor the most important hardware component in a computer?
Not really, the vast majority of computers ever built had only one CPU (i.e. core) and thus functioned perfectly well without a multicore processor.
What type of processor is designed to let the operating system divide the work over more than one processor?
multicore
What is the processing of more than one thread at a time in a multicore processor called?
Parallel
Is a dual processor CPU better?
Whether or not you get any benefit from a dual core processor over a single core processor depends on what operating system and what programs you are running. Newer operating systems (Windows 7, Mac OSX) do use multicore processors. Also, using multiple programs on a computer will better utilize a multicore processor. In short, yes it can make a difference for today's average user.
Why there is need of multicore processor?
Its needed because its faster, most programs need more speed to run, its better.
What are unicore processor and multicore processor?
Quite simply, a Uni (Single) core processor has only a single primary calculations core. A Multi (Dual, quad, hexi, etc) core processor has more than one primary calculations core.
Each core in a multicore processor counts toward the maximum number of processors that Windows Server 2008 supports true or false?
False
What is the concept of processor affinity?
In a multicore or multi-CPU system, processor affinity refers to what cores or CPUs a given process can run on. The application can be forced to prefer some cores or processors over others.
Is it better to choose a fast single core processor, or a multi-core processor that is fractional slower?
Multicore is best for most functions now but if speed is the most important thing than you would go for the fastest.
When was Multicore Association created?
Multicore Association was created in 2005.
What is Multicore Programming?
A programming technique that perform computations parallelly on more than one processor(core) without changing overall funcationality of the serial program.
