Chapter 3: Performance benchmarks for servers

Question 1

What is a benchmark?

3 pg 31 [63]

Answer 1

A benchmark is a standardized problem or test used to measure system performance. The purpose is typically to make some sort of comparison between two offerings, whether they are software, hardware, or both.

Question 2

What are three [3] types of benchmarks?

3.1.1 pg 32 [64]

Answer 2

1. Industry standard benchmarks
2. Client workload benchmarks
3. Unregulated benchmarks

Question 3

What is Industry standard benchmarks?

3.1.1 pg 32 [64]

Answer 3

Industry standard benchmarks consist of well-known benchmarks that have been developed, maintained, and regulated by independent organizations.

Question 4

What is Client workload benchmarks

3.1.1 pg 32 [64]

Answer 4

These benchmarks involve benchmarking with a client’s actual workload. This type yields the most relevant information, but is difficult to perform.

Question 5

What is Unregulated benchmarks?

3.1.1 pg 32 [64]

Answer 5

Also very common are unregulated benchmarks that are application- or component-specific.