Computer Organization and Architecture: Memory Performance Metrics and Access Methods

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 time between presenting the address and getting the valid data.

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

Location of data

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

Direct 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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