Computer Organization and Architecture

Questions and Answers

What is an important aspect of computer architecture?

Number of bits used to represent various data types (correct)

Number of cycles per second

Number of users that can access the computer

Number of colors that can be displayed

I/O mechanisms are not a part of computer architecture.

False

What is the primary purpose of addressing memory in computer architecture?

To locate and retrieve data efficiently

In computer architecture, the number of bits used to represent characters is an example of ______________________ representation.

data type Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of computer architecture with their descriptions:

I/O mechanisms = Enable communication between the computer and external devices Addressing memory = Locate and retrieve data efficiently Data type representation = Determine the number of bits used to represent numbers and characters Processing cycles = Measure the speed of the computer's processor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an organizational attribute?

Programming languages Signup and view all the answers

Interfaces between the computer and peripherals are considered organizational attributes.

True Signup and view all the answers

Name one component that is considered a hardware detail transparent to the programmer.

Control signals Signup and view all the answers

The technology used for storing data in a computer is referred to as __________.

memory technology Signup and view all the answers

Match the organizational attributes with their descriptions:

Control signals = Hardware details used to manage operations Interfaces = Connections between computer and peripherals Memory technology = Types of data storage systems Peripherals = External devices for input and output Signup and view all the answers

What significant limitation was faced by Dennard scaling around 2004?

Current and voltage could no longer decrease without affecting dependability Signup and view all the answers

Transistors have the potential to operate significantly faster while consuming more power.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary issue that ended Dennard scaling?

The inability to keep dropping current and voltage while maintaining dependability. Signup and view all the answers

Dennard scaling ended around __________.

2004 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Transistors = Faster operation with less power Dennard scaling = Ended in 2004 due to limits on current and voltage Integrated circuits = Dependable electronic components Current and voltage = Factors affecting transistor dependability Signup and view all the answers

What does computer organization primarily involve?

The operational units and their interconnections Signup and view all the answers

Computer organization is solely concerned with hardware components.

False Signup and view all the answers

Define computer organization.

The operational units and their interconnections that realize the architectural specifications. Signup and view all the answers

Computer organization encompasses the ______ and their interconnections that realize the architectural specifications.

operational units Signup and view all the answers

Match the following computer organization components with their descriptions:

ALU = Performs arithmetic and logic operations Control Unit = Directs the operation of the processor Registers = Temporary storage for quick data access Bus = Communication system for data transfer Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the transistor technology used in integrated logic circuits that reduced power consumption?

MOS Signup and view all the answers

In 1974, Robert Dennard observed that power consumption increased with the number of transistors on a silicon chip.

False Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant observation made by Robert Dennard in 1974?

Power consumption remained constant even as the number of transistors on a silicon chip increased, due to smaller dimensions of each transistor. Signup and view all the answers

The use of _______________________ transistor technology in integrated logic circuits led to a significant reduction in power consumption.

MOS Signup and view all the answers

Match the following technological advancements with their descriptions:

MOS transistor technology = Led to a significant reduction in power consumption Robert Dennard's observation = Observed that power consumption remains constant with increasing transistor density Signup and view all the answers

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