Practice Design Issues With Interrupts (27.2.3) - Interrupts and Processor Management
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Design Issues with Interrupts

Practice - Design Issues with Interrupts

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What happens when interrupts are disabled?

💡 Hint: Think about what would happen if a critical task needed immediate attention.

Question 2 Easy

Name a situation where a programmer might disable interrupts.

💡 Hint: Consider examples like flight control systems.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of interrupt controllers?

Manage CPU prioritization
Handle user permissions
Determine device priorities

💡 Hint: Think about their role in managing which device gets attention first.

Question 2

True or False: Disabling interrupts can lead to missed events.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the responsibilities of the CPU during task execution.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a system that manages interrupts efficiently for a smart home. Discuss how you will prioritize different device interrupts like security systems, patrolling robots, and home appliances.

💡 Hint: Think about the potential dangers and the order of importance related to each device.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the trade-offs between using dedicated interrupt lines versus an interrupt controller when connecting multiple devices.

💡 Hint: Consider how both methods can lead to different outcomes.

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