Test Your Knowledge on Computer Architecture and Organization

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What is the difference between Computer Architecture and Computer Organization?

  • Architecture refers to the physical components of a computer, while Organization refers to the software components.
  • Architecture specifies the design of a computer system, while Organization implements that design. (correct)
  • Architecture determines the programming languages that can be used, while Organization determines the operating system.
  • Architecture focuses on the user interface, while Organization focuses on the back-end processes.

What components are included in Computer Architecture?

  • Control signals, interfaces, and memory technology.
  • Data processing, storage, movement, and control.
  • Instruction set, data types, I/O mechanisms, and memory addressing. (correct)
  • None of the above

What is the purpose of Control in a computer system?

  • To ensure code compatibility.
  • To determine the programming languages that can be used
  • To manage data processing, storage, and movement.
  • To facilitate the three functions of data processing, storage, movement, and control. (correct)

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Study Notes

  • Computer Architecture impacts program execution.
  • Computer Organization implements Architecture specifications.
  • Architecture includes instruction set, data types, I/O mechanisms, and memory addressing.
  • Organization includes control signals, interfaces, and memory technology.
  • x86 and System/370 families share the same Architecture.
  • Code compatibility is ensured, at least backwards.
  • Structure is how components relate to each other.
  • Function is the operation of individual components.
  • Computer functions include data processing, storage, movement, and control.
  • Control is necessary for the above three functions.

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