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Which of the following is considered a part of a computer's architecture?
Which of the following is considered a part of a computer's architecture?
- Instruction set (correct)
- Memory technology
- Control signals
- Interfaces
Computer architecture focuses on how features are implemented, rather than what those features are.
Computer architecture focuses on how features are implemented, rather than what those features are.
False (B)
What aspect of computer systems deals with attributes visible to the programmer?
What aspect of computer systems deals with attributes visible to the programmer?
Architecture
The way in which components relate to each other within a computer system is known as its ______.
The way in which components relate to each other within a computer system is known as its ______.
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Which of the following is considered a fundamental function of a computer?
Which of the following is considered a fundamental function of a computer?
The organization of a computer system ensures code compatibility across different versions.
The organization of a computer system ensures code compatibility across different versions.
What is the general term for how the features of a computer system are implemented?
What is the general term for how the features of a computer system are implemented?
______ is a computer function that involves retrieving and storing data.
______ is a computer function that involves retrieving and storing data.
Which component is NOT typically part of the top-level structure of a computer?
Which component is NOT typically part of the top-level structure of a computer?
The control unit is a main component of the CPU.
The control unit is a main component of the CPU.
Name any two of the four fundamental functions of a computer.
Name any two of the four fundamental functions of a computer.
Within the CPU, the ______ performs calculations and logical operations.
Within the CPU, the ______ performs calculations and logical operations.
Which of the following is a primary function of the Control Unit within a CPU?
Which of the following is a primary function of the Control Unit within a CPU?
Data movement is not considered a fundamental function of a computer system.
Data movement is not considered a fundamental function of a computer system.
What component in the CPU is responsible for holding data and instructions?
What component in the CPU is responsible for holding data and instructions?
The Intel x86 family of processors shares the same basic ______.
The Intel x86 family of processors shares the same basic ______.
Which of the following is most closely associated with computer organization rather than architecture?
Which of the following is most closely associated with computer organization rather than architecture?
A computer's function determines how its components are structurally related.
A computer's function determines how its components are structurally related.
What is the role of 'Systems Interconnection' in the top-level structure of a computer?
What is the role of 'Systems Interconnection' in the top-level structure of a computer?
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Computer Architecture
Computer Architecture
Attributes of a computer system visible to the programmer, such as the instruction set, number of bits for data representation, I/O mechanisms, and addressing techniques.
Computer Organization
Computer Organization
How the architectural features are implemented, including control signals, interfaces, and memory technology.
Structure
Structure
The way in which components of a computer system relate to each other.
Function
Function
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Data Processing
Data Processing
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Data Storage
Data Storage
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Data Movement
Data Movement
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Control
Control
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Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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Main Memory
Main Memory
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Input/Output (I/O)
Input/Output (I/O)
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System Interconnection
System Interconnection
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Study Notes
- Computer architecture attributes are visible to the programmer, and affect the program's logical execution
- Computer organization refers to how the architectural features are implemented
- Instruction set, data representation, I/O mechanisms, and addressing techniques are all examples of architecture.
- Control signals, interfaces, and memory technology are examples of organization.
- The Intel x86 and IBM System/370 families share the same basic architecture across different versions, ensuring backward code compatibility.
- Structure is how components of a computer relate to each other
- Function is the operation of individual components within the structure.
- All computer functions include data processing, data storage, data movement and control.
Functional View
- The Operating Environment serves as the source and destination of data
- The Data Movement Apparatus handles the transfer of information
- The Control Mechanism manages operations
- The Data Storage Facility stores data
- The Data Processing Facility processes data
Structure - Top Level
- A computer interacts with peripherals via communication lines.
- The essential components of a computer are the Central Processing Unit (CPU), Main Memory, Systems Interconnection, and Input/Output.
Sturcture - The CPU
- Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU), Registers, Internal CPU Interconnection, and Control Unit are the main components of the CPU.
Structure - The Control Unit
- Sequencing Logic, Control Unit Registers and Decoders, and Control Memory are components of the Control Unit.
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