multiprocessor and multicomputer
In the context of operating system build types, "multiprocessor free" refers to an operating system build that does not support multiprocessor systems. This means it is designed to run on single-processor systems only. On the other hand, "multiprocessor kernel" refers to an operating system build that supports multiprocessor systems, allowing for parallel processing and improved performance by utilizing multiple processors simultaneously. The inclusion of a multiprocessor kernel enables the operating system to take advantage of the capabilities offered by multiprocessor hardware configurations.
for improving the efficiency of the computer system.In multiprocessor environment , instructions can be executed parallely.
Multiprocessor systems have gained popularity over the years as they allow the user to do more than they could with a single processor system. Xbox 360, CELL, and Sequent are examples of multiprocessor systems.
The difference between distributed system and multiprocessor system is whether the processing units in the system share the main memory. If yes, then the system is multiprocessor system; otherwise, it's a distributed system.
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More processing means faster, better computing.
Multiprocessor Operating Systems
Marcel A. LeBlanc has written: 'An architecture for a multiprocessor communications interface'
A cluster system consists of multiple independent computers connected together, each with its own operating system and resources, while a multiprocessor system has multiple processors sharing the same memory and operating system. In a cluster system, each node operates independently and communicates through a network, whereas in a multiprocessor system, all processors share the same memory space and can access shared resources more efficiently. Clusters are typically used for high availability and scalability, while multiprocessor systems are designed for high performance and parallel processing tasks.
1.increase throughput 2.Economy of scale 3. Increased reliability