Practice Srams (2.3.1) - 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 about what 'SRAM' represents.

Question 2 Easy

What is the cost range of SRAM per GB?

💡 Hint: Consider the relative expense when compared to DRAM.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of SRAM in computer systems?

Storage of large data
Fast access memory
Backup data

💡 Hint: Think about where you find the fastest memory technology.

Question 2

Cache misses occur when data is not found in cache.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when the cache does not have the requested information.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Explain how the combination of SRAM and DRAM in a system helps achieve both speed and cost efficiency. Provide examples of scenarios where each would be optimally used.

💡 Hint: Think about how memory needs change based on tasks.

Challenge 2 Hard

Describe how a system might be impacted if cache memory were absent. Analyze how processor performance would change.

💡 Hint: Consider how programs are executed and the importance of retrieving data quickly.

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