Practice Decode Phase (23.2.2) - Introduction to Interrupt - Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1

Practice: Decode Phase

Lesson 23.2.2Introduction to Interrupt

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Question 1.
What does an interrupt do?
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Think of it as a way for urgent tasks to take priority.
Question 2.
What is the purpose of an Interrupt Service Routine?
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The ISR contains the code run during an interrupt.
3Question 3.
What is the primary function of an interrupt?
- To pause instruction execution
- To prioritize urgent tasks
- To disable normal execution
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Think about the role of interrupts in computing.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Program Counter continues to increment during an interrupt service routine.
- True
- False
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Consider what happens to the PC during an interrupt.
Question 5.
Imagine a system where multiple devices can send interrupts to a CPU simultaneously. Describe how the CPU can manage these interrupts effectively.
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Consider how multiple inputs can affect processing and how the system keeps track of which interrupts to service.
Question 6.
Create a flowchart that outlines the steps a CPU takes from the moment an interrupt occurs to resuming normal execution.
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Visual representations can help clarify the flow of control through different phases.

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