Practice Summary of Key Concepts - 1.16 | 1. Instruction Set Architecture, Processor Design, and Memory System | Computer and Processor Architecture
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define Instruction Set Architecture.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the link between software and hardware.

Question 2

Easy

What does ALU stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider components that perform calculations.

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Question 1

What does ISA stand for?

  • Instruction Sort Architecture
  • Instruction Set Architecture
  • Integrated System Architecture

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the functionality of processors.

Question 2

True or False: Virtual memory allows the CPU to access physical memory only.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how memory can be expanded beyond the tangible hardware.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss the implications of having a complex ISA on processor design. What trade-offs might engineers consider?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how more complex architectures might affect both hardware and software.

Question 2

Analyze how performance metrics like CPI can differ based on programming paradigmsβ€”what considerations should be made when interpreting these metrics?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how languages translate to machine code.

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