Practice Summary of Key Concepts - 3.14 | 3. Relationship Between Hardware and Software in Computer Systems | Computer and Processor Architecture
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are the two main components of a computer system?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what you can touch and what you use to run applications.

Question 2

Easy

What is firmware?

πŸ’‘ Hint: It's stored in non-volatile memory and is essential for device operation.

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Question 1

What does ISA stand for?

  • Internal Software Architecture
  • Instruction Set Architecture
  • Independent Software Application

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember, it defines how software interacts with the CPU.

Question 2

True or False: Firmware can be updated frequently like regular applications.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how you update your operating systems compared to other software.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Propose a new software feature that would require specific hardware innovations. Illustrate how it could affect technology development.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about current trends in gaming or simulation.

Question 2

Critique the significance of having a well-designed hardware-software interface (ISA) in a computing system. What could be the consequences of a poorly designed ISA?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider examples of legacy systems and modern interfaces.

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