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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What does the CPU check to initiate I/O operations?
💡 Hint: Think about what the CPU needs to know before sending data.
Question 2
Easy
What is the purpose of a buffer in data transfer?
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios where data might need to wait before it can be processed.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the first step the CPU takes when initiating I/O?
- Checks device status
- Transmits data
- Starts printing
💡 Hint: Remember what we discussed about before any action can take place.
Question 2
True or False: In programmed I/O, the CPU is kept busy waiting for a device to be ready.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about the CPU's involvement in this method.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Design a small I/O module and explain how it would handle multiple devices without conflict.
💡 Hint: Consider how traffic management works with signals.
Question 2
Analyze the improvements in system performance with the introduction of DMA in a server environment handling large data streams.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the bottleneck issues of traditional data transfer methods.
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