EXERCISE CHAPTER # 3

1. Define cache memory

A cache is a small and very fast memory. It is designed to speed up the transfer of data and instructions. It is
faster than RAM. The data and instructions used by CPU most recently or most frequently are stored in cache.

2. What is meant by instruction code?

A set of bits that tells a computer to perform a specific task is called instruction or instruction code. It has
two parts Operation code and operand code.
3. What is operation code?
The part of instruction code which represents the operation to be performed on data by CPU such as ADD.
LOAD and STORE etc.

4. What is the advantage of using address mode In an Instruction?

The advantage of using address mode in an instruction is to reference a large range of locations in main
memory.

5. Differentiate between CISC and RISC architecture.

 CISC has more complex instructions but RISC has less complex instructions.
 CISC instructions use more cycles than RISC instructions.
 CISC implementation is slower than PISC.
 RISC can be developed in less time as its design is simple than CISC processor

6. What is a microprocessor?
Microprocessor is the main part of the computer that performs different activities. It is located on
motherboard. It contains the circuits that generate the control signal execute instructions. A computer cannot
work without it.

7. What Is the function of ALU In the computer?

Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) performs all arithmetic and logical operations on data. The actual execution of
instructions takes place in ALU.

8. What is the function of control unit In the computer?

 Control unit direct and coordinates all activities of computer system.
 It directs the parts of the computer to perform different tasks.
 It also provides clock pulse.
 It decodes the instruction.

Iv. Define bus.

A bus is an electrical path Inside the computer system to transfer the data and information from one
part to other part. All devices are connected together though buses. It allows the CPU to communicate with all
devices.
v. Define register.
A register is a small high-speed memory Inside CPU. The CPU contains a number of registers. Registers
are used to temporarily store data or information being processed Each register has a predefined function