18.1.5 - Detailed Diagram of the Control Unit
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What does a control signal do in a computer system?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a traffic signal for the CPU.
What is the function of the instruction register?
💡 Hint: It's like a clipboard for the current task.
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What does FSM stand for in the context of control units?
💡 Hint: It determines state transitions for control signal generation.
True or False: Hardwired control units are more flexible than microprogrammed control units.
💡 Hint: Think about the ability to change instructions easily.
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How would you design a finite state machine to execute a simple add instruction? Outline the states, inputs, and expected outputs.
💡 Hint: Start by mapping out the instruction's sequence.
Consider a scenario where quick adaptations to the instruction set are needed in a computing system. Discuss the challenges faced by hardwired control units.
💡 Hint: Think about what flexibility means in system design.
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