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Overview of Multiprocessor Systems

A multiprocessor system consists of multiple CPUs collaborating to execute processes, offering advantages such as increased throughput, better reliability, faster execution, and efficient resource utilization. There are two main types: Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP) and Asymmetric Multiprocessing (AMP). These systems are commonly used in servers, supercomputers, and high-performance applications.

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Overview of Multiprocessor Systems

A multiprocessor system consists of multiple CPUs collaborating to execute processes, offering advantages such as increased throughput, better reliability, faster execution, and efficient resource utilization. There are two main types: Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP) and Asymmetric Multiprocessing (AMP). These systems are commonly used in servers, supercomputers, and high-performance applications.

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MULTIPROCESSOR SYSTEM

A multiprocessor system has more than one CPU working together to execute processes.

Advantages:

• Increased throughput

• Better reliability

• Faster execution

• Efficient resource utilization

Types of Multiprocessor Systems:

• Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP)

• Asymmetric Multiprocessing (AMP)

Applications:

Used in servers, supercomputers, and high-performance systems.

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