Practice - Machine Readable Devices
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Practice Questions
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What is a machine-readable device? Provide an example.
💡 Hint: Consider devices that do not require human interaction.
What is buffering in the context of I/O operations?
💡 Hint: Think about how data transfer needs to be managed.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a primary function of I/O modules?
💡 Hint: Think about the I/O module's role in processing.
True or False: DMA requires constant CPU intervention during data transfer.
💡 Hint: Recall how DMA functions in contrast to programmed I/O.
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Challenge Problems
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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.
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.
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