2. Parallel Programming for Multicore and Multi-CPU Machines

With the proliferation of multicore and multi-CPU systems, efficiently distributing computational tasks across multiple processing units has become essential. This chapter delves into the techniques and strategies for parallel programming on multicore and multi-CPU machines using OpenMP. You will explore thread management, data sharing, and synchronization mechanisms to ensure your programs run efficiently and correctly. Interactive exercises will guide you through real-world scenarios, helping you understand how to maximize the performance of your applications on multicore architectures.