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C952 Computer Architecture - Parallelism via InstructionsMultiple Issue - correct answer A scheme whereby multiple instructions are launched in one clock cycle. Static multiple issue - correct answer An approach to implementing a multiple-issue processor where many decisions are made by the compiler before execution Dynamic multiple issue - correct answer An approach to implementing a multiple issue processor where many decisions are made during execution by the processor. Issue slot - ...

WGU C952 - Section 5 Zybook TermsCombinational Element An operational element, such as an AND gate or an ALU. State Element A memory element, such as a register or a memory. Clocking Methodology The approach used to determine when data is valid and stable relative to the clock. Edge-Triggered Clocking A clocking scheme in which all state changes occur on a clock edge. Control Signal A signal used for multiplexor selection or for directing the operation of a functional un...

C952 CH2 WGUinformation revolution - correct answer computers have led to a third revolution for civilization processor cores - correct answer many embedded processors are designed using these version of these written in HDLs: Verilog or VHDL Personal Mobile Device - correct answer PMD Warehouse Scale Computers - correct answer used for cloud computing giant data centers Terabyte - correct answer 2^40 bytes 1,009,511,627,776 secondary storage systems developers used to mean ...

C952 Computer ArchitectureWhich access does a register file rely on to properly function? Read and write access Write only access Read only access No access - correct answer Read and write access What is the binary representation of instructions? Machine language Operating system Assembly language Systems software - correct answer Machine language Which feature of the IBM 360/91 was incorporated into the majority of microprocessors developed in the 21st century? -Branch pred...

WGU Computer ArchitecturePersonal Computer(PC) - correct answer A computer designed for use by an individual, usually incorporating a graphics display, a keyboard, and a mouse Server - correct answer A computer used for running larger programs for multiple users, often simultaneously, and typically accessed only via a network Supercomputer - correct answer A class of computers with the highest performance and cost; they are configured as servers and typically cost tens to hundreds of milli...

Computer Architecture C952information revolution - correct answer Computers have led to a third revolution for civilization, with the ? taking its place alongside the agricultural and the industrial revolutions. Personal computer - correct answer A computer designed for use by an individual, usually incorporating a graphics display, a keyboard, and a mouse. Personal Computer - correct answer PC (computer) Server - correct answer A computer used for running larger programs for multiple u...

C952 - Computer ArchitectureWhich access does a register file rely on to properly function? - correct answer Read and Write access What is the binary representation of instructions? - correct answer Machine Language Which feature of the IBM 360/91 was incorporated into the majority of microprocessors developed in the 21st century? - correct answer Algorithm innovations allowed the improved parallel execution of instructions Which Key design element changed in 2005 to drive continued imp...

C952 Computer Architecture PGKO Pre-Assessment PracticeWhich access does a register file rely on to properly function? a) Read and write access b) Write only access c) Read only access d) No access - correct answer a What is the binary representation of instructions? a) Machine language b) Assembly language c) Operating system d) Systems software - correct answer a Which feature of the IBM 360/91 was incorporated into the majority of microprocessors developed in the 21st centur...

C952 - Computer ArchitecturePersonal computer (PC) - correct answer A computer designed for use by an individual, usually incorporating a graphics display, a keyboard, and a mouse. Server - correct answer A computer used for running larger programs for multiple users, often simultaneously, and typically accessed only via a network. Supercomputer: - correct answer A class of computers with the highest performance and cost; they are configured as servers and typically cost tens to hundreds o...

WGU C952Register File - correct answer A state element that consists of a set of registers that can be read and written by supplying a register number to be accessed. provides 1024 scalar 32-bit registers for up to 64 threads. machine language - correct answer The language made up of binary-coded instructions that is used directly by the computer system software - correct answer The set of programs that enables a computer's hardware devices and application software to work together; it...