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How is the performance of a system primarily affected by bus width?
How is the performance of a system primarily affected by bus width?
- By dictating the number of bits that can be transmitted simultaneously, influencing data transfer speed. (correct)
- By determining the maximum amount of memory the system can address.
- By limiting the types of peripherals that can be connected.
- By controlling the power consumption of the CPU.
Which component is responsible for executing instructions and processing data in a computer?
Which component is responsible for executing instructions and processing data in a computer?
- Control Unit
- Cache Memory
- Central Processing Unit (CPU) (correct)
- Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
What is the primary function of cache memory in a computer system?
What is the primary function of cache memory in a computer system?
- To permanently store all user data.
- To perform complex mathematical calculations.
- To store frequently accessed data for faster retrieval. (correct)
- To manage the input and output devices.
What characteristic defines a 'cylinder' in the context of hard drives?
What characteristic defines a 'cylinder' in the context of hard drives?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Control Unit?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Control Unit?
If a computer system needs to quickly retrieve data, which factor would be most relevant?
If a computer system needs to quickly retrieve data, which factor would be most relevant?
Which unit is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?
Which unit is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?
Which term describes the capability of a system to locate and manipulate individual data units in memory?
Which term describes the capability of a system to locate and manipulate individual data units in memory?
Which of the following is an example of an input unit?
Which of the following is an example of an input unit?
What is the main function of a 'block' in the context of data storage?
What is the main function of a 'block' in the context of data storage?
Flashcards
Access Time
Access Time
The time it takes for a system to retrieve data from memory or storage.
Addressability
Addressability
The capability of a system to access and manipulate each unit of data in memory individually.
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
The part of the CPU that performs arithmetic calculations and logical operations.
Block
Block
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Bus Width
Bus Width
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Cache Memory
Cache Memory
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Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
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Control Unit
Control Unit
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Cylinder
Cylinder
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Input Unit
Input Unit
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Study Notes
- Access time refers to the duration a system requires to retrieve data from memory or storage.
- Addressability defines a system's ability to access and manipulate individual data units in memory.
- Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is a CPU component that executes arithmetic calculations and logical operations.
- Block represents a fixed-size data unit, stored and accessed on a disk or in memory.
- Bus width is the number of bits that can be transmitted simultaneously on a data bus, influencing data transfer speed.
- Cache memory is a small, fast type of volatile memory used to store frequently accessed data, speeding up processing.
- Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the primary computer component responsible for executing instructions and processing data.
- Control unit is the part of the CPU that manages its operations, including instruction execution and coordination of other components.
- Cylinder refers to a set of tracks positioned at the same location on multiple disk platters in a hard drive.
- Input unit includes devices and components that allow data to be entered into a computer system; keyboards and mice are examples.
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