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List the three main components of a processor.
Think about the parts that perform tasks inside a CPU.
What is the primary function of an ALU?
Recall what calculations are done in the CPU.
What is the primary function of a control unit in a processor?
Think about which part organizes the tasks of the processor.
True or False: The ALU is responsible for fetching instructions from memory.
Consider which component has the job of fetching.
Design a simplified instruction cycle for a fictional processor that incorporates 4 basic register types: general-purpose, data, address, and condition code. Describe the function of each type.
Consider what tasks each type of register would perform.
Evaluate how increasing the number of registers beyond 32 might affect the design of a processor. What challenges arise?
Think about both technical limitations and potential gains or losses in manufacturer cost and usability.
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