Practice Micro-Program Architecture Basics - 23.5.1 | 23. Vertical and Horizontal Micro-Programs | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What is vertical micro-programming?

💡 Hint: Think about how memory can be efficiently used.

Question 2

Easy

Define horizontal micro-programming.

💡 Hint: Consider the opposite of vertical micro-programming.

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Question 1

What is the main characteristic of vertical micro-programming?

  • Flat structure
  • Encoded signals
  • Parallel execution

💡 Hint: Think about how signals are arranged in this method.

Question 2

True or False: Horizontal micro-programming is slower than vertical micro-programming.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how many signals can be triggered simultaneously.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a micro-program architecture that employs vertical programming for signal encoding while incorporating a clustering strategy. Discuss its efficiency.

💡 Hint: Consider how clustering affects execution and efficiency.

Question 2

Create a scenario where a transition from horizontal to vertical micro-programming is warranted. What constraints and advantages should be considered?

💡 Hint: Analyze performance versus memory trade-offs in your scenario.

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