Practice - Memory Hierarchy
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of registers?
💡 Hint: Think about immediate data processing.
Name two types of storage in memory hierarchy.
💡 Hint: Consider the order of speed and proximity to CPU.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the fastest type of memory in the hierarchy?
💡 Hint: Think about the components closest to the CPU.
True or False: Cache memory is slower than main memory.
💡 Hint: Consider the speed comparison.
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Challenge Problems
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Describe a situation in which a computer's performance dramatically improves by optimizing its memory hierarchy. Provide an example.
💡 Hint: Think about game design and how graphics are fetched.
Evaluate the potential long-term effects of relying heavily on external storage for an application that requires quick data retrieval.
💡 Hint: Consider applications like video editing or streaming services where speed is critical.
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