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Introduction to computer architecture

Sheet 1-Answers

1. What is the difference between computer organization and


computer architecture?

 Computer organization
o Encompasses all physical aspects of computer systems.

o E.g., circuit design, control signals, memory types.

o How does a computer work?


 Computer architecture
o Logical aspects of system implementation as seen by the
programmer.

o E.g., instruction sets, instruction formats, data types, addressing


modes.

o How do I design a computer?

2. What is ISA?
The ISA (Instruction set architecture) is the agreed-upon interface between all
software that runs on the machine and the hardware that execute it, so the ISA
allows you to talk with the machine.

3. what is the importance Of the Principle of Equivalence of


Hardware and Software?

Anything that can be done with software can also be done with hardware, and
anything that can be done with hardware can also be done with software.
4. name the three basic components of every computer

o A processor to interpret and execute programs

o A memory to store both data and programs

o A mechanism for transferring data to and from the outside world.

5. what is the unit used to measure the speed of computer?


The unit of measurement called a hertz (Hz), which is technically one cycle per
second, is used to measure clock speed.

6. what is computer RAM?

RAM is volatile memory, which means that the information temporarily stored
in the module is erased when you restart or shut down your computer.

7. what is ROM?

ROM (Read Only memory) stands for non-volatile memory in computers.,


which means the information is permanently stored on the chip.

8. Why RAM is erasable?


Because the information is stored electrically on transistors, when there is no
electric current, the data disappears.

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