Practice - Need for the I/O Module
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Practice Questions
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What is the main purpose of an I/O module?
💡 Hint: Think about the connection roles in a computer system.
What is programmed I/O?
💡 Hint: Focus on how the CPU interacts with the device.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What component connects peripheral devices to the CPU?
💡 Hint: Consider which part manages input and output operations.
Is DMA a method that involves direct CPU management during data transfer?
💡 Hint: Think about how DMA simplifies data transfer.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a new computer architecture that integrates I/O modules with AI capabilities for predictive I/O operations. What features would you incorporate?
💡 Hint: Think about how AI can learn from usage patterns.
Create a detailed flowchart showing data transfer through programmed I/O versus DMA. Explain the advantages in efficiency.
💡 Hint: Consider the processes each method requires.
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