40)
Interrupts play important role in microprocessor operations.
Explain what are interrupts and why are they used?
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41) When connecting memory device(s) to a microprocessor,decoder(s) are normally
used.
Explain the purpose of decoder(s), that is why not connect memories directly
to the microprocessor?
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42) Compare the general differences / similarities between TTL & MOS technologies in terms of speed, power dissapation, usage, static sensitivity, process complexity, etc.
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43) Dynamic RAMs and Static RAMs are commonly used in computers.
How do SRAM and DRAM individual memory cells differ internally?
Hint: What components have ‘dynamic’ and/or ‘static’ characteristics?
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44) Compare Analog vs Digital in terms of information speed, precision, processing,
storage, system design, intergration, etc.
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45) If one processor has a 10 MHz clock and another one has 20 MHz clock,
does it mean that the second processor with 20 MHz clock can process the
same software twice the speed of the first processor? Why?
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