What is Barrier synchronization?

Synchronization in which threads that arrive first wait until all threads reach the same point, keeping them in step phase by phase. Distinct from a memory barrier.

Field: Multicore & Synchronization

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  1. Which describes barrier synchronization in parallel programs?

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