Multitasking
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Multitasking may refer to any of the following:
- Computer multitaskingComputer multitaskingIn computing, multitasking is a method where multiple tasks, also known as processes, share common processing resources such as a CPU. In the case of a computer with a single CPU, only one task is said to be running at any point in time, meaning that the CPU is actively executing instructions for...
- the apparent simultaneous performance of two or more tasks by a computer's central processing unit - Media multitaskingMedia multitaskingFor other uses, see multitasking Media multitasking involves using TV, the Web, radio, telephone, print, or any other media in conjunction with another...
could involve using a computer, mp3, or any other form of media in conjunction with one another. - Human multitaskingHuman multitaskingHuman multitasking is the best performance by an individual of appearing to handle more than one task at the same time. The term is derived from computer multitasking. An example of multitasking is taking phone calls while typing an email...
- The ability of a person to perform more than one task at the same time.