23.3.2 - Inter-Cluster Organization
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Define vertical micro-programming.
💡 Hint: Think about how memory is affected.
What is the primary drawback of vertical micro-programming?
💡 Hint: Consider the processing speed in signal activation.
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What is the main advantage of vertical micro-programming?
💡 Hint: Think about how this method reduces memory usage.
Horizontal micro-programming allows for what?
💡 Hint: Focus on what horizontal programming enables.
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Design a micro-programmed controller for a hypothetical device that requires specific signals to be activated simultaneously. Discuss how you would apply hybrid clustering.
💡 Hint: Focus on how to optimize signal management.
Evaluate a scenario where your vertical micro-programming leads to a significant slowdown in processing speed. Suggest a redesign to improve system performance.
💡 Hint: Think about combining speed and memory efficiency.
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