Practice - Implementation of External Memory
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Practice Questions
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What is external memory?
💡 Hint: Think about memory types that don't lose data when power is off.
Define a device driver.
💡 Hint: What kind of software aids hardware functions?
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What is the main function of external memory?
💡 Hint: Which storage type keeps information when the power is off?
Device drivers are crucial for what purpose?
💡 Hint: Can your computer function without specifying how to interact with hardware?
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Explain how changing the addressing format affects disk performance.
💡 Hint: Consider the difference between moving from one track versus switching sectors completely.
Design a scenario where data buffering improves system performance during file transfers.
💡 Hint: Think about how you send multiple messages at once rather than waiting for each reply.
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