31.2.3 - Efficiency Analysis of Bus Configurations
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What is the purpose of the Memory Address Register (MAR)?
💡 Hint: Remember the concept of addressing memory.
What does the Memory Data Register (MDR) store temporarily?
💡 Hint: Think about data transfer.
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What is the primary function of the Memory Address Register (MAR)?
💡 Hint: Think about where the computer looks to find data.
In terms of complexity, which architecture requires more control signals?
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of having more pathways.
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Given an operation that transfers data between multiple registers in a three bus architecture, outline the necessary control signals and how they differ from a single bus architecture.
💡 Hint: Diagram the flow of data and control signal interactions for clarity.
Design a scenario where switching from a single bus architecture to three bus architecture significantly improves execution time for a specific set of instructions. What would those instructions be?
💡 Hint: Think through common programming tasks that involve repetitive data access.
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