8.9.1 - Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS)
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What does DVFS stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about voltage and frequency adjustments.
Name one benefit of using DVFS.
💡 Hint: Consider why power management is important.
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What does DVFS do?
💡 Hint: Think about how a processor might behave under different loads.
True or False: Using DVFS can help extend battery life in portable devices.
💡 Hint: Consider energy consumption during different usage scenarios.
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Given a scenario where a multicore processor is operating under various workloads, design a DVFS strategy that manages power consumption without compromising performance during peak usage times.
💡 Hint: Consider the balance between performance increase and power reduction.
Discuss potential future trends in DVFS technologies and how they might impact energy management in next-gen processors.
💡 Hint: Think about AI and adaptation possibilities in computing technologies.
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