Practice - Programmed I/O
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Practice Questions
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Define human-readable devices.
💡 Hint: Think of devices that provide visual output.
What is programmed I/O?
💡 Hint: How does the CPU manage to fetch data from I/O devices?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of devices display information in a way that humans can easily understand?
💡 Hint: Think of devices like monitors and printers.
True or False: In programmed I/O, the CPU can perform other tasks while waiting for data transfer.
💡 Hint: Consider how the CPU engages with devices.
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Challenge Problems
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Explain how implementing DMA could increase system efficiency in a computer that frequently transfers large files.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of reducing CPU overhead.
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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