Thinking Concurrently

Question 1

What is Concurrent Thinking and Concurrent Processing

Answer 1

• Concurrent Processing is the process of completing more than one task at any given time
• Concurrent thinking is the mindset that allows you to spot patterns and parts of problems where doing tasks simultaneously can be spotted

Question 2

What is the difference between Concurrent Processing and Concurrent Thinking

Answer 2

Concurrent processing uses a computer processor while concurrent thinking means using your brain rather than a computer

Question 3

What is the Difference between Concurrent Processing and Parallel Processing

Answer 3

• Parallel processing is when multiple processors are used to complete more than one task simultaneously
• Concurrent processing is when each task is given a slice of processor time to make it look like the tasks are being completed simultaneously when in reality they are executed sequentially

Question 4

What are the Advantages of Concurrent Processing

Answer 4

• The number of tasks completed in a given time is increased
• Less time is wasted waiting for an input or user interaction, as another tasks can be completed

Question 5

What are the Disadvantages of Concurrent Processing

Answer 5

• Takes longer to deal with large number of users or tasks as processing cannot be completed at once
• There is an overhead in coordinating and switching between processes, which reduces the speed of the program
• Not all tasks are suited to being broken up and performed concurrently