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Parallel computing using xcode

I'm making mandelbrot fractals in C using Xcode and I want to use parallel computing but everything I've tried so far doesn't work. Such as This Question and other how to guides. Whats the easiest way ...
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What's the opposite of parallel/concurrent execution?

In my program, I give the ability to execute certain code either as parallel or non-parallel. I don't know what to call the non-parallel option though. Is Linear a good term? What would be the best ...
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When should I use parallelism?

After asking this question, I got to realize that parallelism may not always be good. So far I can see that parallelism (under c#) is A little complicated code-wise Will probably insert some ...
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What are some common examples of a Parallelizable problem?

I was just wondering if there were some "standard" examples that everyone uses as a basis for explaining the nature of parallel problems. What are some well-known problems out there that can see great ...