6.8.2 - Latency
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What is latency?
💡 Hint: Think about the speed necessary for smooth operation.
Name a factor that can affect latency.
💡 Hint: Consider components that influence data transfer.
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What does latency refer to in memory systems?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens after a request is made.
True or False: A wider memory bus increases latency.
💡 Hint: Think about data transfer efficiency.
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If a system has a latency of 100 ms and processes requests every second, how many requests are effectively delayed due to latency over an hour?
💡 Hint: Calculate how latency affects request timing through continuous operations.
Considering a trade-off in system design, if high-speed memory costs 10 times more but reduces latency by 50%, how can a designer justify its adoption?
💡 Hint: Explore user needs versus cost trade-offs.
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