Computer Organization
The __________ performs the computer's data processing functions.
ALU
_________ refers to the operational units and their interconnections that realize the architectural specifications
Computer organization
When data are moved over longer distances, to or from a remote device, the process is known as __________. a. data communications b. registering c. structuring d. data transport
Data communications
The __________ moves data between the computer and its external environment.
I/O
Architectural attributes include __________ .
I/O mechanisms
The _________ stores data.
Main memory
It is a(n) _________ issue whether the multiply instruction will be implemented by a special multiply unit or by a mechanism that makes repeated use of the add unit of the system. a. architectural b. memory c. mechanical d. organizational
Organizational
______ attributes include hardware details transparent to the programmer.
Organizational
A common example of system interconnection is by means of a __________.
System bus
A _________ is a mechanism that provides for communication among CPU, main memory, and I/O.
System interconnection
It is a(n) _________ design issue whether a computer will have a multiply instruction. a. architectural b. memory c. elementary d. organizational
architectural
__________ refers to those attributes of a system visible to a programmer.
computer architecture
A __________ system is a set of interrelated subsystems.
hierarchical
An I/O device is referred to as a __________.
peripheral
Computer technology is changing at a _____ pace.
rapid
_________ provide storage internal to the CPU.
registers
Computer _________ refers to those attributes that have a direct impact on the logical execution of a program.
Architecture
A computer organization does not need to be designed to implement a particular architectural specification.
False
A microcomputer architecture and organization relationship is not very close.
False
Changes in computer technology are finally slowing down.
False
When data are moved over longer distances, to or from a remote device, the process is known as data transport.
False, data communications is the right term.
Historically the distinction between architecture and organization has not been an important one.
False, it IS important.
Computer organization refers to attributes of a system visible to the programmer.
False, that's architecture.
A computer is a complex system.
True
A computer must be able to process, store, move, and control data.
True
A particular architecture may span many years and encompass a number of different computer models, its organization changing with changing technology.
True
Both the structure and functioning of a computer are, in essence, simple.
True
Changes in technology not only influence organization but also result in the introduction of more powerful and more complex architectures.
True
Interfaces between the computer and peripherals is an example of an organizational attribute.
True
The hierarchical nature of complex systems is essential to both their design and their description.
True
The number of bits used to represent various data types is an example of an architectural attribute.
True
