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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What does polling refer to in I/O operations?
💡 Hint: Think about how you wait for a device to be ready.
Question 2
Easy
Define memory-mapped I/O.
💡 Hint: What happens to addresses in this situation?
Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation
Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary problem with polling in I/O operations?
- Wastes CPU time
- Increases data transfer speed
- Simplifies programming
💡 Hint: Think about the efficiency of waiting.
Question 2
True or False: Control commands are only used in isolated I/O.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Recall the function of control commands in general.
Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Design a simple flowchart that illustrates the steps taken by a CPU to perform an I/O operation using programmed I/O.
💡 Hint: Think about the logical sequence of events for an I/O operation.
Question 2
Discuss potential improvements that could be made to programmed I/O to enhance efficiency and specify how you might implement them.
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs between waiting and immediate notification.
Challenge and get performance evaluation