Practice Context Switching in Interrupt-Driven I/O - 28.7.1 | 28. Lecture – 35 | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What does DMA stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about data handling in computers.

Question 2

Easy

State one advantage of using DMA.

💡 Hint: Consider how CPU performance is affected.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of DMA in data transfer?

  • To free the CPU for other tasks
  • To increase processor speed
  • To store data temporarily

💡 Hint: Consider how DMA interacts with the CPU.

Question 2

True or False: DMA requires constant CPU involvement during data transfer.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the differences between DMA and other I/O methods.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze a scenario where a DMA controller may face contention issues. How would you resolve this?

💡 Hint: Think about how you would balance cargo traffic crossing a bridge.

Question 2

Develop a proposal for enhancing the efficiency of a DMA system in a data-heavy application, such as video streaming.

💡 Hint: Focus on how data flow can maintain continuity during high demands.

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