23.1 - Vertical and Horizontal Micro-Programs
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Define vertical micro-programming.
💡 Hint: Consider how it uses memory.
What is a decoder?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a translator for signals.
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What defines horizontal micro-programming?
💡 Hint: Look for speed-related features.
True or False: Vertical micro-programming allows multiple control signals to be active at once.
💡 Hint: Consider the limitations set by memory encoding.
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Design a micro-program that uses both vertical and horizontal principles, detailing how you will organize your clusters and what signals will be included.
💡 Hint: Think about timing and which signals interact during execution.
Create a scenario where vertical micro-programming would be more beneficial than horizontal despite potentially slower speeds. Explain why.
💡 Hint: Consider specific applications or limitations in hardware.
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