Practice Three-Level Page Table Discussion - 12.1.5 | 12. Hierarchical Page Tables | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What is the main purpose of hierarchical page tables?

💡 Hint: Think about the efficiency in managing large address spaces.

Question 2

Easy

Define a two-level page table.

💡 Hint: Consider how addresses are organized.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is a hashed page table?

  • A table that uses conventional numbering
  • A table using hash functions for fast access
  • A table for physical memory only

💡 Hint: Think about how hashing helps with memory management.

Question 2

True or False: In a two-level page table, the page number is split into three parts.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall how page numbers are structured in different levels.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a 64-bit address space with a page size of 4KB, calculate how many entries would a three-level page table ideally contain if all pages are used.

💡 Hint: Break down the calculations stepwise for better clarity.

Question 2

Compare the time complexity of accessing memory in a traditional page table versus a hashed page table.

💡 Hint: Think about how direct addressing simplifies access.

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