What’s multiprocessing?

Multiprocessing involves simultaneous processing of programs by interconnecting two or more computer processors. There are two types: Symmetric multiprocessing, where processors share memory and data path protocols, and massively parallel processing, where a large number of processors handle tasks. Multiprocessing is useful for companies with multiple locations and large numbers of employees. By multiprocessing we […]

What’s Symmetric Multiprocessing?

Symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) is a computer architecture where multiple CPUs share a common connection to the same memory. It originated in the 1960s and has been used in various configurations. SMP treats all processors equally, allowing any processor to access and run software from any portion of shared memory. It has advantages over other techniques, […]

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