Practice Unit Learning Strategies (23.1.2) - Input-Output Primitives - Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 3
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the function of an I/O module?

💡 Hint: Think about the connection between devices and the CPU.

Question 2 Easy

Name one mode of I/O transfer.

💡 Hint: It's a direct method of managing data transfer.

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Question 1

What does I/O stand for?

Input/Output
Input/Operator
Interface/Output

💡 Hint: Think about the communication process.

Question 2

True or False: In programmed I/O, the CPU is passive during data transfer.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the role of CPU.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate the effectiveness of interrupt-driven I/O in a scenario with high-frequency data input, such as a keyboard.

💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs in using CPU cycles.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a simplistic addressing scheme for a system with varying I/O devices. Discuss its potential issues.

💡 Hint: Think about how to accommodate future system growth.

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