WorksheetsComputer Architecture
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the role of the computer librarian in the system process?
Decode
Fetch
Execute
Write Back
Which component of the computer is considered as the 'brain'?
Memory Hierarchy
Processor (CPU)
Bus System
Input/Output (I/O) Systems
Which type of computer architecture emphasizes simplicity and efficiency in the execution of instructions?
CISC
RISC
ISA
CPU
What is the key characteristic of RISC architectures in terms of instruction set?
Simplified Instruction Set
Rich Instruction Set
Uniform Instruction Length
Variable-Length Instructions
Which type of architecture often follows a load/store model?
CISC
RISC
ISA
CPU
What is the purpose of having a large number of general-purpose registers in RISC processors?
To minimize the need for accessing memory
To improve execution speed
To simplify instruction decoding
To enhance code density
What is the key characteristic of CISC architectures in terms of instruction set?
Simplified Instruction Set
Rich Instruction Set
Uniform Instruction Length
Variable-Length Instructions
Which type of architecture often involves operations between registers and memory?
CISC
RISC
ISA
CPU
What is the purpose of microcoding in CISC processors?
To simplify instruction decoding
To improve execution speed
To add a layer of abstraction between hardware and software
To enhance code density
Which type of architecture prioritizes packing functionality into fewer instructions?
CISC
RISC
ISA
CPU
What is the role of the bus system in computer architecture?
To execute instructions
To manage data flow
To transfer data and control signals between components
To interact with external devices
What is the purpose of testing and verification in computer architecture?
To turn architectural design into physical reality
To improve the speed of data transfer
To allocate information as needed
To ensure every function behaves according to design
What is the process of modifying various aspects of the system to work more efficiently?
Decode
Fetch
Optimization
Write Back
What is the purpose of the memory hierarchy in computer architecture?
To execute instructions
To manage data flow
To transfer data and control signals between components
To store and retrieve data at different speeds and capacities
What is the purpose of input/output (I/O) systems in computer architecture?
To execute instructions
To manage data flow
To transfer data and control signals between components
To interact with external devices
