Computer Organization and Architecture: Memory Performance Metrics and Access Methods
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What is the significance of Performance Access time in computer systems?

  • It is the rate at which data can be moved.
  • It is the time required for individual addresses to identify locations exactly.
  • It is the time required for memory recovery before the next access.
  • It is the time between presenting the address and getting the valid data. (correct)

    • In Sequential Access method, what factor affects the access time?

  • Location of data (correct)
  • Comparison with contents of a portion of the store
  • Rate at which data can be moved
  • Time required for memory recovery

    • Which type of Access method involves jumping to vicinity plus sequential search?

  • Associative Access
  • Direct Access (correct)
  • Sequential Access
  • Random Access

    • What is the unique feature of Random Access method compared to other methods?

    <p>Individual addresses identify locations exactly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of memory system uses Associative Access method?

    <p>Cache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Memory Cycle time encompass?

    <p>Access time and recovery time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memory is often misnamed as random access?

    <p>Random Access Memory (RAM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of memory needs refreshing even when powered?

    <p>Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of Static Random Access Memory (SRAM)?

    <p>No need for refreshing when powered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of memory stores bits as charge in capacitors?

    <p>Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) from Static Random Access Memory (SRAM)?

    <p>Needs refreshing when powered and is slower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of memory is characterized by permanent storage and being nonvolatile?

    <p>Read Only Memory (ROM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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