Practice I/O Devices and Controllers: Dedicated Hardware for Managing I/O Devices (e.g., Disk Controllers, Network Interface Cards) - 7.1.2 | Module 7: Input/Output (I/O) Organization | Computer Architecture
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7.1.2 - I/O Devices and Controllers: Dedicated Hardware for Managing I/O Devices (e.g., Disk Controllers, Network Interface Cards)

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

Name one example of an input device.

💡 Hint: Think about devices that allow you to enter information into a computer.

Question 2

Easy

What is the main function of an I/O controller?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens between the CPU and connected devices.

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

Which type of device is a keyboard?

  • Input
  • Output
  • Storage

💡 Hint: Think about the role of a keyboard in interaction with a computer.

Question 2

True or False: All I/O controllers handle error detection.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the importance of error handling in technology.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Discuss how the absence of I/O controllers would impact system performance, citing specific scenarios.

💡 Hint: Consider how data transfer without coordination could slow processing.

Question 2

Consider a scenario where a disk controller is failing. How would it affect data transfer and what are common symptoms?

💡 Hint: Think about issues you’ve experienced with storage devices.

Challenge and get performance evaluation