Practice - Memory addressing
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Practice Questions
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What is byte addressable memory?
💡 Hint: Think about how you identify single pieces of data.
What is access time?
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly you can read something once you know where it is.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary distinguishing feature of a byte addressable memory?
💡 Hint: Consider how data is organized in memory.
Is access time related to the efficiency of memory? (True/False)
💡 Hint: Think about the speed at which you can access a file on your computer.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a simple memory addressing scheme for a fictional 16-bit computer system. Explain how the byte and word addressing would work.
💡 Hint: Consider how many bits are needed to represent each address based on the system architecture.
Evaluate the impact of using SRAM vs. DRAM for a memory-hungry application. Provide reasoning for your choice.
💡 Hint: Think in terms of application requirements and budget constraints.
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