18 Questions
Which main computer component is responsible for processing tasks based on instructions?
CPU
Who introduced the Stored Program Concept in 1945?
John Von Neumann
What is the purpose of the I/O Unit in a computer system?
Move data between the computer and its external environment
In a computer system, what does the MM component store?
Instructions for execution
What concept allows computers to perform a variety of tasks in sequence or intermittently?
Stored Program Concept
How do computer components communicate with each other to perform a task?
Through System Interconnection
What is the purpose of the Address Bus in a computer system?
To transfer the destination address of the data in the Data Bus
Which bus is used to transfer signals that control data and address in a computer system?
Control Bus
In a computer system, what determines the size of a bus?
The number of lines on the bus
What is the speed measurement unit commonly used for buses in a computer system?
Megahertz (MHz)
How does the capacity of a bus in a computer system affect its performance?
Higher capacity leads to faster performance
Which component in a computer system is responsible for transmitting signals representing binary 1 and binary 0?
Data Bus
What are the 4 ways to connect the 3 components with the I/O module acting as the control point?
I/O to CPU, I/O to Central Switch, I/O to MM, I/O to Bus
What is the main purpose of the Traditional Bus Architecture in a computer system?
Connect the processor with its primary support components
Why does performance degrade if a great number of devices are connected to the bus in a system?
Increased bus length and propagation delay
What problem was High-performance architecture built to overcome?
Introduction of high-performance devices requiring faster response
What is a key feature of High-performance architecture?
Cache controller integrated into a bridge
In which scenario might an I/O device buffer data transfers between the system bus and the I/O controller?
Traditional Bus Architecture
Test your knowledge on the functions of data movement, processing, and control in a computer system. Explore the main components such as CPU, MM, and I/O unit and how they work together to execute tasks.
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