A Level Computer Science: Types of Processor

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Not an aspect of Von Neumann Architecture: Data and instructions stored in separate memories.

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Data and instructions are stored separate memories

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Von Neumann Bottleneck: The CPU is idle while waiting for data.

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The CPU is idle while it waits for data to be sent.

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Mitigates Von Neumann bottleneck:

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Cache usage

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NOT an advantage of Von Neumann Architecture?

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Ideal for embedded systems

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Modern CPUs incorporate aspects of Von Neumann and Harvard Architecture.

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TRUE

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CISC stands for...

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Complex Instruction Set Computer

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RISC stands for...

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Reduced Instruction Set Computer

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Incorrect statement about CISC/RISC:

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A CISC instruction requires only one F-E-C sequence.

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Correct statement about RISC and CISC:

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CISC programs need less RAM for instructions.