Practice - Input Output Subsystem Overview
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Practice Questions
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What is a data buffer?
💡 Hint: Think about how data flows from one point to another.
What does a device driver do?
💡 Hint: It's a type of software necessary for device operation.
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What is the function of a data buffer?
💡 Hint: Think about data flows and where it might stop temporarily.
True or False: Device drivers are critical for hardware-device communication.
💡 Hint: Consider if operating systems can run devices without them.
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How would a malfunctioning device driver impact data transfer on a hard disk?
💡 Hint: Think of the driver as the navigator for a ship; if it fails, the ship may get lost or off course.
Explain how different data organization methods could either enhance or detract from disk performance in various scenarios.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between data layout and access strategies.
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