10 Questions
What type of memory can not be programmed?
Hardwired
Which type of memory can be programmed once using appropriate equipment?
Programmable Read Only Memory (PROM)
Which type of memory can be erased entirely before reprogramming?
Erasable PROM (EPROM)
Which type of memory does not require special tools for erasing a portion?
Electrical Erasable PROM (EEPROM)
In the memory hierarchy, what is the focus of performance evaluation in terms of hit and miss rates?
Any two adjacent levels in the hierarchy
What type of memory can be reprogrammed with no need for special tools and can erase a portion?
Electrical Erasable PROM (EEPROM)
In the memory hierarchy, what is the focus of performance evaluation in terms of hit and miss rates?
Hiding the slower memory behind the fast memory
Which type of memory has to be totally erased in order to be reprogrammed?
Erasable PROM (EPROM)
What is the minimum unit of data to move between levels in the memory hierarchy?
Block
Which type of memory is inclusive, with each level being a subset of the lower level?
Hardwired memory
Test your knowledge of computer memory types with this quiz based on Dr. Nehal Khaled's slide sources. The quiz covers topics such as RAM, DRAM, and the differences between different types of memory.
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