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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is interrupt driven I/O?
💡 Hint: Think about how it differs from programmed I/O.
Question 2
Easy
What does busy waiting refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during programmed I/O.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the main advantage of interrupt driven I/O over programmed I/O?
- It uses more CPU power
- It eliminates busy waiting
- It's easier to implement
💡 Hint: Consider the operational differences between the two I/O methods.
Question 2
True or False: The CPU can process interrupts at any time during instruction execution.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Reflect on how the CPU handles instruction cycles.
Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Imagine a system handling multiple I/O interrupts. Design a flowchart outlining how the CPU should handle these, ensuring minimal latency and prioritization.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would manage tasks if each were given a level of importance.
Question 2
Explore the consequences of not implementing context switching correctly in an interrupt driven I/O system.
💡 Hint: Consider how important it is to remember where you have left off in your tasks.
Challenge and get performance evaluation