1.1 - What is Computer Architecture?
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What does computer architecture refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about the main parts of a computer.
Name one key component of computer architecture.
💡 Hint: It's something that processes information.
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What does computer architecture NOT include?
💡 Hint: Think about what a computer is made up of.
True or False: I/O devices are used solely for output functions.
💡 Hint: Consider devices that let you send and retrieve data.
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You are tasked with designing a new computer system for gaming. What considerations around computer architecture would you prioritize to maximize performance?
💡 Hint: Consider what aspects contribute to high performance in gaming.
Analyze the impact of a changing architecture from a single-core CPU system to a multi-core CPU system on software development practices.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications on how tasks are processed.
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