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FAQs on Parallel & Distributed Computing

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FAQs on Parallel & Distributed Computing

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Frequently Asked Questions (Parallel &

Distributed Computing)
1. Parallel Computing Applications
 How does parallel computing help in scientific applications?
 What are the impacts of parallel computing in commercial applications?
 What are the advantages and disadvantages of parallel computers?

2. Models of Parallel Computing


 Write short notes on:
 - Work Pool Model
 - Master-Slave Model

3. Memory & Cache Performance


 Explain the effect of memory latency on computer system performance.
 What is the impact of caches on memory system performance? (with diagram if
applicable)
 What are the sources of overhead in parallel programs?
 How can we reduce interaction overhead among concurrent tasks in parallel programs?

4. Shared & Distributed Memory


 Explain the architecture and functioning of a Shared Memory Multiprocessor System.
 Explain the concept of Distributed Shared Memory (DSM) in parallel computing.

5. Communication in Parallel Systems


 Discuss the characteristics and usage scenarios of Message-Passing Multi-Computer
Systems.
 How do these systems handle communication and synchronization between nodes?

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