Practice Types of Buses - 19.4.3 | 19. Introduction to the CPU | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary function of a data bus?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when data needs to be transferred.

Question 2

Easy

What does the address bus transfer?

💡 Hint: Consider how the CPU identifies where data is stored.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the purpose of the data bus?

  • To control processes
  • To transfer data
  • To store memory addresses

💡 Hint: Think about the function of a bus within a network of components.

Question 2

True or false: The address bus can carry both addresses and data.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what each type of bus is responsible for.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a hypothetical CPU with a single versus multiple buses. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each.

💡 Hint: Think about how traffic works on a road versus multiple roads.

Question 2

Assume you are tasked to speed up a CPU by enlarging the data bus. Discuss the factors to consider, including costs and potential performance gains.

💡 Hint: Consider the balance between cost and performance in technology upgrades.

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