21.1.2 - Micro-Program Memory Architecture
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What does the micro-programmed control unit do?
💡 Hint: Think about how it operates in executing instructions.
Name one condition flag used in branching.
💡 Hint: These flags help in decision making during execution.
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What signifies a successful instruction fetch in a micro-program?
💡 Hint: Think about what is required to perform an instruction.
In branching, which type of condition typically guides the next instruction?
💡 Hint: Recall the types of conditions used for branching.
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Design a branching scenario for a micro program: describe how you would organize the condition checks and the branch addresses.
💡 Hint: Think of how each component influences the flow of operations.
Evaluate the effectiveness of using a micro-programmed control unit in modern CPUs versus hardwired control units.
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs between speed and flexibility.
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