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What component of computer architecture is primarily responsible for data processing operations such as addition and multiplication?
What component of computer architecture is primarily responsible for data processing operations such as addition and multiplication?
- Control unit
- Main memory
- I/O peripherals
- Processor (correct)
Which function of computer architecture involves the management of the computer's resources in response to instructions?
Which function of computer architecture involves the management of the computer's resources in response to instructions?
- Data storage
- Data movement
- Control mechanism (correct)
- Data processing
Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) primarily defines rules for communication between which two fundamental components?
Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) primarily defines rules for communication between which two fundamental components?
- Software and hardware (correct)
- Firmware and input devices
- Software and firmware
- Hardware and operating systems
In the context of computer architecture, what is the main purpose of data storage?
In the context of computer architecture, what is the main purpose of data storage?
What is the primary role of I/O peripherals in computer architecture?
What is the primary role of I/O peripherals in computer architecture?
What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
Which component of the CPU is responsible for controlling the operation of the CPU and the computer?
Which component of the CPU is responsible for controlling the operation of the CPU and the computer?
What role do Registers play within the CPU?
What role do Registers play within the CPU?
Which unit in the CPU is specifically designated for performing arithmetic operations?
Which unit in the CPU is specifically designated for performing arithmetic operations?
How does the Control Unit contribute to data processing?
How does the Control Unit contribute to data processing?
What is the main purpose of the bus in computer architecture?
What is the main purpose of the bus in computer architecture?
Which of the following best describes data movement within the context of CPU operations?
Which of the following best describes data movement within the context of CPU operations?
Which component of the CPU does the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) work with to perform its functions?
Which component of the CPU does the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) work with to perform its functions?
What is the primary role of the control unit within the CPU?
What is the primary role of the control unit within the CPU?
Which component is responsible for executing arithmetic and logic operations?
Which component is responsible for executing arithmetic and logic operations?
In a multi-core processor, each core functions similarly to which component in a single-core system?
In a multi-core processor, each core functions similarly to which component in a single-core system?
What does the cycle time of a processor refer to?
What does the cycle time of a processor refer to?
What is the significance of clock speed in computer performance?
What is the significance of clock speed in computer performance?
Which memory type is NOT typically found within the CPU?
Which memory type is NOT typically found within the CPU?
What does the term 'interconnection' refer to in a CPU architecture?
What does the term 'interconnection' refer to in a CPU architecture?
What does performance evaluation of a computer system typically measure?
What does performance evaluation of a computer system typically measure?
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Computer Architecture
- Definition: Focuses on the structure and function of a computer.
- Structure: How components relate to each other
- Function: Operation of individual components
- Instruction Set Architecture (ISA): Communication rules between software and hardware. The ISA allows the software to understand which hardware instructions it can use.
- Basic Structure & Function:
- Processor: Data Processing
- Main Memory: Data Movement
- Control Unit: Control Mechanism
- I/O Peripherals: Data Storage
- Basic Functions:
- Data Processing: Performs operations like addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
- Data Movement: Devices act as sources or destinations for data when instructed.
- Control Mechanism: Manages the computer's resources according to instructions.
- Data Storage: Stores data for short-term and long-term use.
- Structure:
- Top Level: Contains the CPU, I/O, Memory, and System Interconnection.
- CPU: Performs data processing and includes the Control Unit, Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU), Registers, and internal interconnection.
- Control Unit: Controls CPU operation and sequences instructions.
- Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU): Performs data processing functions.
- Registers: Provide internal storage for the CPU.
- Internal Interconnection: Allows communication between the Control Unit, ALU, and Registers.
- Main Memory: Provides data storage.
- I/O (Input/Output): Moves data between the computer and the external environment.
- System Interconnection: Connects the CPU, main memory, and I/O devices via a bus.
- Top Level: Contains the CPU, I/O, Memory, and System Interconnection.
- Hardware: The physical devices that make up a computer, such as motherboard, wires, and cables.
- Input Unit: Provides information to the computer.
- Output Unit: Displays results from the computer.
- Central Processing Unit (CPU): Fetches and executes instructions.
- ALU: Performs arithmetic and logical operations.
- Control Unit: Manages CPU operation, fetching instructions, and directing data flow.
- Registers: Provide high-speed storage for the CPU.
- Cache Memory: A small and fast memory that sits between the CPU and main memory to reduce access time.
- Memory: Stores data.
- Primary Memory: A temporary storage location for data and instructions currently being used by the CPU.
- Secondary Storage: A persistent storage location, like a hard drive, where data can be stored for long periods.
- Multiple Core Computer Structure:
- Processor: Contains physical silicon that interprets and executes instructions.
- Core: A single processing unit. Multiple cores can reside on a single chip, increasing processing power.
- Computer Performance: Refers to the execution speed of instructions and is measured by how many instructions are completed per second.
- Clock Speed: The rate at which the processor operates, measured in Hertz (Hz).
- Clock Cycle: The time between pulses of the clock.
- Cycle Time: The duration of one clock cycle (t = 1/f), where f is the clock frequency.
- Clock Speed: The rate at which the processor operates, measured in Hertz (Hz).
- Factors Influencing Performance:
- Instruction execution speed.
- Hardware cost and size.
- Security.
- Reliability.
- Power consumption.
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