28.2.1 - Advantages of Multiple Buses
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Define a bus architecture in a CPU.
💡 Hint: Look for definitions that mention connectivity and communication.
What is the primary advantage of using multiple buses?
💡 Hint: Think about speed and simultaneous actions.
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What is a primary advantage of multiple bus architecture over single bus architecture?
💡 Hint: Think about how simultaneous actions change efficiency.
True or False: Multiple bus systems require more control signals than single bus systems.
💡 Hint: Focus on how data handling changes the need for controls.
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Design a theoretical CPU with both single and multiple bus architectures. Discuss the scenarios where each would be superior in terms of performance and cost.
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose and demands of different computing environments.
Evaluate the impact of implementing a three-bus system in a typical office computer. Would the performance justify the added costs? Why or why not?
💡 Hint: Consider the tasks typically performed on office computers and their demands on data processing.
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