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Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is a machine-readable device? Provide an example.
💡 Hint: Consider devices that do not require human interaction.
Question 2
Easy
What is buffering in the context of I/O operations?
💡 Hint: Think about how data transfer needs to be managed.
Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is a primary function of I/O modules?
💡 Hint: Think about the I/O module's role in processing.
Question 2
True or False: DMA requires constant CPU intervention during data transfer.
💡 Hint: Recall how DMA functions in contrast to programmed I/O.
Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Discuss the implications of using programmed I/O versus DMA in a high-traffic server environment. Which would be more beneficial and why?
💡 Hint: Consider how these methods would affect data processing times in a busy server.
Question 2
Imagine designing a new storage system for a fast-paced application. Discuss how you would prioritize the use of registers, cache memory, and hard disks.
💡 Hint: Think about what types of data each storage type is best suited for.
Challenge and get performance evaluation