Computer Organization and Design Basics Quiz

Components of a Basic Computer

• A basic computer consists of three primary components: the Input/Output (I/O) unit, the Central Processing Unit (CPU), and the Memory unit.

Memory in a Basic Computer

• The memory in a basic computer has 16 bits or 32 bits, depending on the type of computer.

Modern Processor

• A modern processor contains several key components, including the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU), Registers, and the Control Unit.

Pipelining in a Processor

• The ability to pipeline several consecutive instructions in a processor allows for faster processing by breaking down instructions into a series of stages, enabling the processor to work on multiple instructions simultaneously.

Initial Lecture Topic

• The initial topic discussed in the lecture is the basic components of a computer system.