Computer Architecture 2073

Tribhuwan University
Institute of Science and Technology
2073
Bachelor Level / Third Semester / Science
Computer Science and Information Technology ( CSC-201 )
( Computer Architecture )
Full Marks: 80
Pass Marks: 32
Time: 3 hours
Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable.
The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Long Questions:

Attempt any two questions: (2x10=20)

1. Explain the hierarchy of memory system? What are the key characteristics of memory system? Explain.

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2. Explain the DMA controller with block diagram.

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3. Differentiate between isolated I/O and memory mapped I/O. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?

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Short Questions:

Attempt any ten questions: (10x6=60)

4. Explain the Grey code with example.

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5. Explain the logic micro operations with example.

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6. What do you mean by input and output interrupt? Explain.

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7. Explain the hardwired control unit with its advantages.

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8. What do you mean by addressing mode? Explain.

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9. Explain the Booth algorithm with example.

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10. Explain the data communication processor with example.

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11. Explain the virtual memory with example.

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12. Differentiate between RISC and CISC architecture.

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13. Explain the data transfer and manipulation instruction with example.

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14. Why replacement algorithm is used in associative and set associative mapping? Explain.

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15. Write short notes on the following:

a) Management Hardware

b) I/O interface

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