Computer Organization and Architecture Overview

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What is the difference between Computer Organization and Computer Architecture?

Computer Architecture focuses on the functional and structural design of the system, while Computer Organization focuses on the physical and logical interactions between hardware and software components. (correct)
Computer Organization focuses on the physical and logical interactions between hardware and software components, while Computer Architecture focuses on the functional and structural design of the system.
Computer Organization describes the interfaces between hardware and software, while Computer Architecture focuses on the internal workings of each individual component.
Computer Architecture focuses on the internal workings of each individual component, while Computer Organization describes the interfaces between hardware and software.

Which of the following statements BEST describes why a layered system is a suitable model for computer systems?

It simplifies the system’s design by breaking down complex tasks into smaller, more manageable modules.
It allows for easy modification and upgrades of individual layers without affecting other layers.
It promotes modularity and reusability, allowing various components to be integrated into different systems.
All of the above. (correct)

What is the primary focus of Computer Architecture?

The interaction between hardware and software components.
The logical organization of data and instructions.
The physical implementation of hardware components.
The overall structure and behavior of the computing system. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of Computer Organization?

<p>The interconnection between hardware and software components. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Computer Architecture related to Software Performance?

<p>Computer Architecture affects software performance by influencing the efficiency of data movement and instruction execution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Computer Organization

Hierarchy of computer layers, addressing implementation challenges.

Computer Architecture

Describes interfaces between hardware and software in a system.

Layered Computer System

A model depicting layers, including hardware and software aspects.

Structure and Behavior of Computing

Focus areas of Computer Architecture, dealing with system design.

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Interface

Shared boundaries in a system for component information exchange.

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Study Notes

Computer Organization and Architecture

Computer Organization and Architecture focuses on how computer components function and are designed for processing digital information.
A computer system is layered, like an onion, with each layer representing a different aspect, such as low-level hardware, operating system, or application.
Computer Organization describes the hierarchy of these layers and the challenges of partitioning and implementing them.
Computer Architecture defines the interfaces between hardware and software, shared boundaries for information exchange between components.
Computer Architecture primarily focuses on the system's structure and behavior.
The connection between Computer Architecture and Software Performance will be explored in more detail later.