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Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
Name one common type of storage device.
💡 Hint: Think of what you use to save data.
Question 2
Easy
What does I/O stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider what types of devices might use these terms.
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 do I/O modules primarily manage?
💡 Hint: Think about their main role.
Question 2
True or False: Programmed I/O eliminates the need for the CPU to manage device readiness.
💡 Hint: Think about how often the CPU needs to do checks.
Solve 1 more question and get performance evaluation
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Design a scenario explaining how DMA functions in a large data transfer operation.
💡 Hint: Consider how the CPU interacts with the devices.
Question 2
Analyze the efficiency difference between programmed I/O and interrupt-driven I/O in terms of CPU utilization.
💡 Hint: Think about how the CPU spends its time in each method.
Challenge and get performance evaluation