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Von neumann architecture

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  • Q1
    What is one of the main components of the von Neumann architecture?
    Central Processing Unit (CPU)
    Random Access Memory (RAM)
    Disk Storage
    Input/Output Devices
    30s
  • Q2
    In the von Neumann architecture, where is the program stored?
    In the same memory as the data
    In the CPU
    In the hard drive only
    In a separate file system
    30s
  • Q3
    What does the term 'stored-program concept' refer to in von Neumann architecture?
    The process of retrieving data from disk
    The use of multiple CPUs
    The design of the CPU
    The ability to store both data and instructions in memory
    30s
  • Q4
    Which bus in the von Neumann architecture is responsible for transferring data between components?
    Data bus
    Control bus
    Power bus
    Address bus
    30s
  • Q5
    What is a limitation of the von Neumann architecture?
    High power consumption
    The von Neumann bottleneck
    Too many input devices
    Extremely large RAM capacity
    30s
  • Q6
    In the context of the von Neumann architecture, what is the primary function of the control unit?
    To direct the operation of the processor
    To provide power to the components
    To store data permanently
    To handle input and output operations
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following best describes the fetch-decode-execute cycle in the von Neumann architecture?
    Storing data in memory for future use
    Transferring power to the system
    The process of retrieving an instruction, interpreting it, and performing the operation
    Connecting input devices to the CPU
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the role of the address bus in the von Neumann architecture?
    To carry memory addresses from the CPU to other components
    To supply electricity to the hardware
    To transport data between the CPU and RAM
    To manage input and output operations
    30s
  • Q9
    In the von Neumann architecture, what is the primary purpose of RAM?
    To provide backup storage
    To permanently store the operating system
    To power the computer system
    To temporarily store data and instructions that the CPU is currently using
    30s
  • Q10
    What is one advantage of the von Neumann architecture?
    Ability to run multiple tasks simultaneously
    Storage capacity for large amounts of data
    Simplicity in design and implementation
    Increased speed of data processing
    30s

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