Practice - Unit 1: Input Output Primitives
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Practice Questions
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What does an I/O module do?
💡 Hint: Think about how devices communicate with the CPU.
Name two types of I/O devices.
💡 Hint: Think of everyday devices you use with your computer.
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What is the role of an I/O module?
💡 Hint: Consider the functions that aid the CPU.
True or False: Programmed I/O is efficient for all types of data transfer.
💡 Hint: Think about how the CPU handles different speeds.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a conceptual architecture for a system that incorporates multiple I/O devices with varying speeds using I/O modules, ensuring effective data transfer and synchronization.
💡 Hint: Consider how you would connect devices with different characteristics.
Analyze how programmed I/O may become inefficient in a system with slow peripherals. Provide alternative methods that could enhance performance.
💡 Hint: Explore how different I/O transfer methods operate under various conditions.
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