7.2 - Cache Hierarchy and Levels
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What is the main purpose of using caches?
💡 Hint: Think about the relation between CPU speed and memory access times.
How does L1 cache differ from L3 cache?
💡 Hint: Consider the size and speed factors.
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What is the primary function of cache memory?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between CPU speed and memory access time.
True or False: L2 cache is faster than L3 cache.
💡 Hint: Consider the design principles of cache memory.
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How would you redesign a CPU’s cache to improve its performance in high-demand environments? Discuss specific design changes regarding cache levels.
💡 Hint: Think about balancing speed and size in cache enhancements.
Explain how the cache design could impact the performance of a contemporary gaming application under heavy load.
💡 Hint: Consider typical gaming data and how quickly it needs to be retrieved.
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