Practice Power and Energy Efficiency in Computer Design - 2.9 | 2. Fundamentals of Computer Design | Computer Architecture
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does clock gating do?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how turning off appliances at home saves energy.

Question 2

Easy

Define DVFS.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how adjusting the speed of a fan saves electricity.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary goal of power consumption trade-offs in computer design?

  • Maximize performance at all costs
  • Balance performance with energy efficiency
  • Minimize costs without regard to performance
  • Increase the number of components

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how you'd want your devices to last longer without sacrificing speed.

Question 2

True or False: Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling can save power in computing systems.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall how smart appliances adjust their energy use based on actual need.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a low power computing device intended for a smart home environment. What techniques would you employ to maximize energy efficiency?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider when devices are used most to decide when to save energy.

Question 2

Analyze a scenario where a high-performance server is consuming excessive power. Suggest methods to reduce its power consumption while maintaining necessary performance levels.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the server's workload and how it varies throughout the day.

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