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Simply so, what is SMP and AMP?

AMP stands for Asymmetric Multi-Processing;SMP means Symmetric Multi-Processing. These terms are not atall transparent. So, I will try to advance modern workingdefinitions.

Subsequently, question is, what do you mean by multiprocessor system? Multiprocessor Operating System refers tothe use of two or more central processing units (CPU) within asingle computer system. These multiple CPUs are in aclose communication sharing the computer bus, memory and otherperipheral devices. These systems are referred as tightlycoupled systems.

Consequently, what is meant by multiprogramming?

Multiprogramming is a rudimentary form ofparallel processing in which several programs are run at the sametime on a uniprocessor. Since there is only one processor, therecan be no true simultaneous execution of different programs. To theuser it appears that all programs are executing at the sametime.

What is the difference between symmetric and asymmetric multiprocessing?

In Symmetric Multiprocessing, processors sharesthe same memory. The primary difference between Symmetric andAsymmetric Multiprocessing is that in SymmetricMultiprocessing all the processor in the system runtasks in OS. But, in Asymmetric Multiprocessing only themaster processor run task in OS.