Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A parallel solution refers to a method of solving a problem by dividing it into smaller tasks that can be executed simultaneously on multiple processors or cores.
Related terms
Concurrency: Concurrency refers to executing multiple tasks simultaneously, but not necessarily divided into smaller parts like in a parallel solution.
Threads: Threads are similar to separate processes within an application, allowing for concurrent execution.
Synchronization: Synchronization ensures that different threads or processes coordinate their actions properly to avoid conflicts and maintain consistency.