3.2 - Hardware Layer
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Practice Questions
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What does CPU stand for?
💡 Hint: It's often called the brain of the computer.
What type of memory is RAM?
💡 Hint: It holds active data and loses its content when the power is off.
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What does CPU stand for?
💡 Hint: Remember, it is often referred to as the brain of the system.
True or False: RAM is non-volatile memory.
💡 Hint: Consider how RAM behaves when the computer is turned off.
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Analyze a scenario where a computer is slow and unresponsive. Discuss which components might be causing the issue and how they interact.
💡 Hint: Consider the roles of each hardware component.
Design a hypothetical embedded system that uses specific peripheral components. What role does each peripheral play in your system?
💡 Hint: Think about how components work together to fulfill a task.
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