Practice - Freezing the Memory Buffer Register
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Practice Questions
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What does the MBR temporarily store?
💡 Hint: Think about where the data goes during a read operation.
Why do we freeze the MBR?
💡 Hint: What happens if data changes while it's being processed?
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What is the main function of the Memory Buffer Register?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during data transfer.
True or False: Freezing the MBR is unnecessary if the CPU is busy with another task.
💡 Hint: Consider the risks of not freezing during data handling.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a sequence of operations for a CPU that reads three different memory locations sequentially while ensuring data integrity. Explain the freezing process in each step.
💡 Hint: Think through the steps and what actions must be taken before moving to the next address.
Imagine a scenario where the MFC signal is delayed. Discuss how this would impact the MBR freezing process and the potential consequences for overall performance.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the timing of operations—how would a delay affect sequences in the CPU?
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