Efficient use of multicore systems isn’t as easy at it might look. Cache size and locality of reference within an application’s working data set can affect how well a particular algorithm will ...

It’s biggest boast is the ability to run (and display on screen) several different programs at once — an activity called multiprogramming. But there is also the “digitizing mouse”.

I just had an MIS test today and was asked this question, which I completely forgot the answer to. So what does each do, and what is the difference between the two?

“ Obstacles and opportunities of multiprogramming” was the title of a workshop taking place yesterday during Ciné, the event which is taking place in Riccione through July 4, where upcoming film ...