Practice Direct Memory Access (DMA) - 3.3.3 | 3. The ARM Cortex-M0 Processor Architecture: Part 2 | System on Chip
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does DMA stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about how it relates to data transfer mechanics.

Question 2

Easy

Name one application where DMA is used.

💡 Hint: Consider devices that take in data and convert it.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of DMA?

  • To increase CPU speed
  • To allow direct data transfer between peripherals and memory
  • To manage interrupts

💡 Hint: Think of the express lane analogy for data.

Question 2

True or False: DMA increases the CPU's load.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember how DMA bypasses the CPU in data handling.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a simple embedded system that uses DMA to transfer data from an ADC to memory. Outline the components involved and the basic configuration needed.

💡 Hint: Consider the roles of each component in ensuring efficient data flow.

Question 2

Analyze the disadvantages of not using DMA in a real-time audio processing application. What could be the potential risks?

💡 Hint: Think about the level of processing required for continuous audio streams.

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