Practice Control Unit Design (2.7) - Organization and Structure of Modern Computer Systems
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Control Unit Design

Practice - Control Unit Design

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Question 1 Easy

Define what a control unit is.

💡 Hint: Think about the role of a conductor in an orchestra.

Question 2 Easy

What are the two main types of control units?

💡 Hint: One is fast and the other is flexible.

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Question 1

Which type of control unit is characterized by fast operations?

Hardwired Control
Microprogrammed Control
Both

💡 Hint: Consider which design prioritizes speed.

Question 2

True or False: Microprogrammed control units are faster than hardwired control units.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the mechanics of fetching instructions.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the implications of choosing hardwired control systems over microprogrammed ones in an autonomous vehicle's navigation system.

💡 Hint: Consider the need for adaptability in technology and speed in critical processes.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a hypothetical CPU architecture that integrates both hardwired and microprogrammed elements. How would you ensure that the system benefits from both designs?

💡 Hint: Think about how systems can integrate features from both control methods.

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