Practice - Computer Organization and Architecture: A Pedagogical Aspect
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Practice Questions
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What does RAM stand for and what is its primary function?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the workspace for running applications.
What type of memory retains data after the computer is turned off?
💡 Hint: Consider what instructions are needed when the system starts.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What type of memory is RAM?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to the memory content when the computer shuts down.
True or False: ROM is used for temporary storage.
💡 Hint: Focus on the characteristics of non-volatile memory.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with designing a simple computer architecture. Considering performance, how would you allocate memory types (e.g., RAM, ROM, Cache) and why?
💡 Hint: Think about the trade-offs between speed and cost.
Discuss how a faulty RAM impact the performance of a computer and suggest potential mitigating strategies.
💡 Hint: Consider both software and hardware strategies.
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