Problem 38
What is a program counter, and what is its function?
Problem 39
List the steps in the fetch-execute cycle.
Problem 41
Explain what is meant by "decode an instruction."
Problem 43
Compare and contrast RAM and ROM.
Problem 44
What is a secondary storage device, and why are such devices important?
Problem 45
Discuss the pros and cons of using magnetic tape as a storage medium.
Problem 48
What is a cylinder?
Problem 50
Distinguish between a compact disc and a magnetic disk.
Problem 51
Describe a parallel architecture that uses synchronous processing
Problem 52
Describe a parallel architecture that uses pipeline processing.