Practice - Unit 5: Storage and I/O Interfaces
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Practice Questions
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What does I/O stand for?
💡 Hint: Think of how data comes in and out of a computer.
Name one type of storage unit.
💡 Hint: Consider what devices store data.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of an I/O module?
💡 Hint: Think about what allows devices like keyboards and printers to talk to the CPU.
True or False: All storage units allow for permanent data retention.
💡 Hint: Consider which types of storage lose data when powered off.
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Challenge Problems
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Design an I/O interface that supports two different devices (e.g., keyboard and printer) with differing data rates. Discuss potential challenges.
💡 Hint: Think about how to manage data flow rates between different devices.
Analyze a scenario where a computer's storage is completely full. What impact would that have on performance, and how could this be resolved?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between available storage and system speed.
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