Practice - Unit 3: DMA Transfer
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Practice Questions
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What does DMA stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about how devices access memory.
Describe one advantage of using DMA.
💡 Hint: Consider the involvement of CPU in other transfer methods.
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What does DMA stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the definition of DMA.
Is DMA faster than programmed I/O?
💡 Hint: Think about how CPU involvement affects speed.
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Design a scenario in which DMA would significantly improve an application’s performance. Explain why DMA is chosen over programmed I/O or interrupt-driven I/O.
💡 Hint: Think about applications that require quick data processing.
Evaluate the implications of using DMA in a multitasking operating system environment. Consider both benefits and drawbacks.
💡 Hint: Balance the efficiency of data transfer with potential resource conflicts.
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