Computer Organization and Architecture Chapter 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic functions a computer can perform?

The ALU is responsible for controlling the operation of the CPU.

What are the four main structural components of a computer?

The _____ Unit is responsible for performing the data processing function of the computer.

Match the components to their functions:

Which of the following best describes the attributes of computer architecture?

Computer organization includes the instruction set that the programmer interacts with.

What is the primary concern of computer architecture?

The structure of a computer system refers to the way in which the components ________ to each other.

Match the following terms with their definitions:

What does the term 'hierarchical system' refer to in computer organization?

A designer can only deal with one level of the system at a time in a hierarchical design.

What is meant by 'function' in the context of computer systems?

Computer Organization and Architecture

The book is titled "Computer Organization and Architecture" by William Stallings, 9th edition.
The first chapter is an introduction.

Computer Architecture vs. Computer Organization

Computer Architecture: Attributes of a system visible to the programmer; directly impacting the logical execution of a program.
Computer Organization: Hardware details transparent to the programmer; Control signals, interfaces between peripherals, and the memory technology used.
Architectural attributes include: instruction set, number of bits used for data types, I/O mechanisms, and memory addressing.
Organizational attributes include how the operational units and their connections realize the architectural specifications.

Structure and Function

A computer system is hierarchical. It's a set of interconnected subsystems.
The hierarchical nature of complex systems is essential to their design and description.
Designers only need to deal with one level of the system at a time.
Structure: The way components relate to each other.
Function: The operation of individual components as part of the structure.

Computer Functions

A computer performs four basic functions: data processing, data storage, data movement, and control.

Computer Structure

A computer has four main structural components:
- CPU (Central Processing Unit): Controls the computer's operation and performs data processing.
- Main Memory: Stores data.
- I/O (Input/Output): Moves data between the computer and the external environment.
- System Interconnection: Enables communication between the CPU, main memory, and I/O devices.

CPU Components

Control Unit: Controls the operation of the CPU and the computer itself.
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU): Performs the computer's data processing functions.
Registers: Provide storage internal to the CPU.
CPU Interconnection: Communicates among the control unit, ALU, and registers.

Explore the foundational concepts of computer organization and architecture in this quiz based on the first chapter of William Stallings' book. Understand the differences between computer architecture and organization, and learn about the hierarchical structure of computer systems. Test your knowledge on essential attributes and components that define how computers function.