23.2.2 - Summary of Vertical Micro-Program
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What is vertical micro-programming?
💡 Hint: Think about how we manage memory.
Why do we use a decoder in micro-programming?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of decoders in signal processing.
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What is the primary function of vertical micro-programming?
💡 Hint: Think about the impact on memory first.
In vertical micro-programming, how many control points can be activated at a time?
💡 Hint: Recall our discussion on signal activation.
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Design a vertical micro-program for a simplified computational task, outlining your encoding strategy. Evaluate its memory impact.
💡 Hint: Consider how you'd structure both the encoding and the subsequent control flow.
Compare and contrast vertical micro-programming with horizontal micro-programming while emphasizing their trade-offs. Provide a practical application for each approach.
💡 Hint: Focus on how systems are affected differently depending on the micro-programming approach chosen.
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