Explain the concept of Virtual memory.

Draw the block diagram of a 4-bit binary incrementer.

Differentiate between hard-wired and micro-programmed control unit.

Explain Auto increment/decrement mode of addressing.

3. Explain the importance of Associative memory and its operation.

Define and explain the working of multiple interrupts.

Explain about RISC architecture.

5. Explain the following data transfer schemes with neat diagrams:

Interrupt driven data transfer

DMA data transfer

What do you understand by indexed addressing mode?

What are the various functions of I/O module?

List out the methods used to improve the system performance.

Explain the architecture of a basic computer.

Describe the techniques for handling control hazard in pipelining.

Explain the dynamic branch prediction technique.

9. Discuss shared memory multiprocessor with a neat diagram. Also define multithreading.

10. Write short notes on any two of the following:

DMA Controller

Peripheral Component Interface Bus

Non-Restoring Division Technique