Question Bank of Unit-4

Course: BCA –III Subject: Computer Architecture

Paper Code: BCA 203

1. What is memory hierarchy in a computer system?

2. Write a short note on auxiliary memory,
3. Draw a block diagram of associative memory.
4. Explain the concept of virtual memory. What are its advantages?
5. Explain the basic components of a memory management unit.
6. What is associative memory? Outline its significance?
7. Explain the differences between cache and auxiliary memory.
8. Define hit ratio and miss ratio
9. Differentiate between the following :
i) RAM and ROM
ii) Cache Memory and Virtual Memory
10.What do you understand by hand shaking? Discuss using suitable diagram.
1. Source initiated transfer using hand shaking.
2. Destination initiated transfer using hand shaking
11.Draw a block diagram for the DMA system showing the essential elements
needed for the DMA transfer in a computer system.
12.List four peripherals devices that produce an acceptable output for a person
to understand.
13.What are I/O interfaces? How are these important?
14.Explain Cache Memory and Mapping of Cache Memory .
15. Explain Mode of Transfer in detail.