Practice - Demonstrate the use of DMA transfer
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Practice Questions
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What does DMA stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider what the acronym represents.
What role does the DMA controller play?
💡 Hint: Think about the components involved in data transfer.
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What is the primary purpose of DMA in a computer system?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how data moves without CPU interference.
True or False: DMA requires CPU action for each data transfer.
💡 Hint: Consider how DMA and CPU roles differ.
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Challenge Problems
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Calculate the time it would take for a DMA transfer of 1 MB of data given a transfer rate of 500 MB/s. Discuss how resources are managed during this time.
💡 Hint: Remember the formula: Time = Data Size / Transfer Rate.
Consider a scenario where multiple devices are using DMA simultaneously. How does the system manage bus control and prevent conflicts?
💡 Hint: Think about how a system prioritizes tasks in a crowded environment.
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