Architecture Flashcards + WS questions

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What is the main function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?

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To execute instructions and process data.

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Which component of the CPU is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?

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The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)

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What does the clock speed of a CPU determine?

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How many instructions it can execute per second.

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What is the purpose of the cache memory in a CPU?

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Stores frequently accessed data to reduce latency and improve processing speed.

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What does the term "multi-core processor" refer to?

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A multi-core processor refers to a CPU with multiple independent processing units (cores).

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What is "Hyper-Threading" technology used for in a CPU?

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Hyper-Threading allows a CPU to execute multiple threads simultaneously for better multitasking.

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Which of the following is a key difference between a 32-bit and 64-bit CPU?

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A 64-bit CPU can process more data and access more memory compared to a 32-bit CPU.

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Which of the following best describes the Control Unit (CU) of a CPU?

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The Control Unit (CU) directs the flow of instructions and data within the CPU. (управляет потоком инструкций и данных в центральном процессоре).

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What is the primary goal when designing a high-performance computer system?

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The primary goal is to maximize processing speed and efficiency while minimizing latency.

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Which of the following is a key factor in achieving high performance in a computer system?

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Factors: parallelism, clock speed, and memory access.