Computer Architecture - Study Mode

[#601] Which cache memory level is shared among multiple cores in a multi-core CPU architecture?
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(D) L3 Cache

[#602] What is the purpose of a DMA (Direct Memory Access) controller in a computer system?
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(A) Allows peripherals to transfer data directly to/from memory without CPU intervention

[#603] In the context of computer architecture, what does "RAID" stand for?
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(D) Redundant Array of Independent Disks

[#604] What does the term "cache hit ratio" indicate in the context of CPU performance?
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(C) Percentage of accesses that result in a cache hit

[#605] Which component of a CPU is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?
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(B) ALU