Practice Computer Organization and Architecture: A Pedagogical Aspect - 2.1 | 2. Basics of Memory and Cache Part 2 | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What does SRAM stand for?

💡 Hint: Think of the types of RAM used in computers.

Question 2

Easy

How does DRAM compare to SRAM in terms of cost?

💡 Hint: Consider the pricing difference mentioned in the section.

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Question 1

What type of memory is SRAM?

  • Dynamic RAM
  • Static RAM
  • Flash Memory

💡 Hint: Consider the differences between types of RAM.

Question 2

True or False: DRAM is more expensive than SRAM.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the pricing stated in the text.

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Question 1

A computer uses a direct-mapped cache with 16 lines. If the memory address 0x1C7 must be accessed, how would you determine if it results in a hit or a miss?

💡 Hint: Remember the mapping formula provided in the session.

Question 2

Given a caching architecture, suggest how an increase in cache size might affect the hit ratio. Discuss both potential benefits and drawbacks.

💡 Hint: Consider both sides of cache performance as discussed in the content.

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