Practice Programmed I/o (24.6.1) - External Devices and Their Types - Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 3
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Question 1 Easy

Define human-readable devices.

💡 Hint: Think of devices that provide visual output.

Question 2 Easy

What is programmed I/O?

💡 Hint: How does the CPU manage to fetch data from I/O devices?

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Question 1

What type of devices display information in a way that humans can easily understand?

A) Machine-readable devices
B) Virtual devices
C) Human-readable devices

💡 Hint: Think of devices like monitors and printers.

Question 2

True or False: In programmed I/O, the CPU can perform other tasks while waiting for data transfer.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how the CPU engages with devices.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Explain how implementing DMA could increase system efficiency in a computer that frequently transfers large files.

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of reducing CPU overhead.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze the consequences of excessive busy waiting in programmed I/O systems for the overall performance of a computer.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how the CPU manages time and tasks in programmed I/O.

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