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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What does DMA stand for?
💡 Hint: Look at the acronym; it should hint at something related to memory operations.
Question 2
Easy
Name one benefit of using DMA.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when the CPU isn't busy with the data transfer.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What primary function does DMA serve in a computer system?
- A) To manually manage memory operations
- B) To enable peripherals to access memory directly
- C) To increase CPU load
💡 Hint: Think about what bypassing the CPU means for data movement.
Question 2
Is DMA more efficient than programmed I/O?
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Consider how data transfers occur with and without DMA.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Describe how you would design a system to manage multiple DMA requests from different devices efficiently. What considerations must you account for?
💡 Hint: Think about traffic management in a busy city, ensuring all lanes are clear for various vehicles.
Question 2
Analyze the potential scalability issues in a computer system that heavily relies on DMA as more peripherals are added. What solutions could be proposed to mitigate these issues?
💡 Hint: Consider how increasing demand for road space in a city might necessitate new routes or larger roads.
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