Practice Advantages of Microprogrammed Control - 5.6.3 | Module 5: Control Unit Design | Computer Architecture
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5.6.3 - Advantages of Microprogrammed Control

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is microprogrammed control?

💡 Hint: Think about how it differs from hardwired control.

Question 2

Easy

Why is flexibility considered an advantage of microprogrammed control?

💡 Hint: Consider how changes can be made without hardware redesign.

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Question 1

What is one of the main advantages of microprogrammed control?

  • It is faster than hardwired control.
  • It allows for easier updates and modifications.
  • It requires more complex hardware.

💡 Hint: Remember its flexibility.

Question 2

Microprogrammed control is best suited for which type of CPU?

  • RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer)
  • CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computer)
  • Both RISC and CISC

💡 Hint: Consider instruction complexity.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a CPU with an extensive instruction set. Discuss how microprogrammed control can adapt over time and what the potential challenges might be.

💡 Hint: Reflect on real-world updates to function.

Question 2

Analyze the effectiveness of microprogrammed control in executing a complex multi-step instruction. How does the control memory contribute to efficiency?

💡 Hint: Think about the breakdown process.

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