Practice - 8259A Interrupt Controller
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Practice Questions
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What is the function of the 8259A interrupt controller?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when multiple devices signal the CPU at once.
What does the interrupt enable flag do?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when this flag is set to disable.
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What does the interrupt enable flag do?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you set a flag to 'enable'.
True or False: The 8259A can handle only one interrupt at a time.
💡 Hint: Consider how many devices can signal the CPU simultaneously.
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Describe a scenario where multiple devices generate interrupts at the same time. How would the 8259A prioritize these interrupts?
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of the tasks each device is performing.
Outline the consequences of improperly handling the enable and disable interrupt flags in a critical system.
💡 Hint: Reflect on systems where timing is critical, like air traffic control.
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