Computer Organization Questions and Answers – Clusters

This set of Computer Organization and Architecture Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on “Clusters”.

1. The set of loosely connected computers are called as __________
a) LAN
b) WAN
c) Workstation
d) Cluster
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Answer: d
Explanation: In a computer cluster all the participating computers work together on a particular task.

2. Each computer in a cluster is connected using __________
a) UTP
b) Rj-45
c) STP
d) Coaxial cable
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Answer: b
Explanation: The computers are connected to each other using a LAN connector cable.

3. The computer cluster architecture emerged as a result of _________
a) ISA
b) Workstation
c) Super computers
d) Distributed systems
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Answer: d
Explanation: A distributed system is a computer system spread out over a geographic area.
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4. The software which governs the group of computers is __________
a) Driver Rd45
b) Interface UI
c) Clustering middleware
d) Distributor
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Answer: c
Explanation: The software helps to project a single system image to the user.

5. The simplest form of a cluster is __________ approach.
a) Beowolf
b) Sequoia
c) Stone
d) None of the mentioned
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Answer: a
Explanation: None.
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6. The cluster formation in which the work is divided equally among the systems is ______
a) Load-configuration
b) Load-Division
c) Light head
d) Both Load-configuration and Load-Division
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Answer: a
Explanation: This approach the work gets divided among the systems equally.

7. In the client server model of the cluster _________ approach is used.
a) Load configuration
b) FIFO
c) Bankers algorithm
d) Round robin
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Answer: d
Explanation: By using this approach the performance of the cluster can be enhanced.
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8. The beowolf structure follows the __________ approach of a relationship between the systems.
a) Master-slave
b) Asynchronous
c) Synchronous
d) Isochronous
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Answer: a
Explanation: None.

9. The most common modes of communication in clusters are ______
a) Message queues
b) Message passing interface
c) PVm
d) Both Message passing interface and PVm
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Answer: d
Explanation: None.
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10. The method followed in case of node failure, wherein the node gets disabled is _________
a) STONITH
b) Fibre channel
c) Fencing
d) None of the mentioned
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Answer: a
Explanation: None.

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