Practice Decode Phase (23.2.2) - Introduction to Interrupt - Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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Question 1 Easy

What does an interrupt do?

💡 Hint: Think of it as a way for urgent tasks to take priority.

Question 2 Easy

What is the purpose of an Interrupt Service Routine?

💡 Hint: The ISR contains the code run during an interrupt.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of an interrupt?

To pause instruction execution
To prioritize urgent tasks
To disable normal execution

💡 Hint: Think about the role of interrupts in computing.

Question 2

True or False: The Program Counter continues to increment during an interrupt service routine.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens to the PC during an interrupt.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Imagine a system where multiple devices can send interrupts to a CPU simultaneously. Describe how the CPU can manage these interrupts effectively.

💡 Hint: Consider how multiple inputs can affect processing and how the system keeps track of which interrupts to service.

Challenge 2 Hard

Create a flowchart that outlines the steps a CPU takes from the moment an interrupt occurs to resuming normal execution.

💡 Hint: Visual representations can help clarify the flow of control through different phases.

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