Application Questions

Application Questions#

Link to application question template (ND users, Google Doc)

Q1: What types of inputs does the ALU accept? Or, what kind of data can be passed to the ALU?

Q2: What are some of the differences between RAM and persistent memory?

Q3: Describe the three main steps of the fetch-execute cycle in your own words.

Q4: Describe the relationship of assembly language and machine language (or machine code) in your own words.

Q5: Find the hardware specs for your personal computer (or a school computer you can access). How would you describe some of these specifications in your own words, using terms and concepts covered in this lab?