2.8 - Designing Memory Hierarchy
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Practice Questions
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What is the fastest type of memory in a computer?
💡 Hint: Think about which memory is located closest to the CPU.
What does cache memory do?
💡 Hint: Consider why computers run faster when accessing certain files.
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What is the fastest level of memory hierarchy?
💡 Hint: Think about which memory is built directly into the CPU.
True or False: Virtual memory can be slower than RAM.
💡 Hint: Consider how accessing a file on a hard drive compares to accessing RAM.
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Design a memory hierarchy structure for a smartphone, considering that it needs to balance size, speed, and energy efficiency.
💡 Hint: Think about the device's usage patterns and how it manages multiple apps.
Consider a server that runs multiple virtual machines. Propose a strategy for optimizing memory usage, taking into account virtual memory management.
💡 Hint: Evaluate how server loads can fluctuate and how memory resources can be dynamically adjusted.
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