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Systems architecture
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The Central Processing Unit (CPU) Architecture1 objectives
- Explain, apply and evaluate the required knowledge and skills for Architecture of the CPU.
CPU Performance: Key Factors1 objectives
- Explain, apply and evaluate the required knowledge and skills for CPU performance.
Understanding Embedded Systems1 objectives
- Explain, apply and evaluate the required knowledge and skills for Embedded systems.
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- What is a common reason for embedded systems to have low power consumption?
- A new computer system is being designed. The system architect is considering two different CPU configurations: one with a very high clock speed but a small cache, and another with a slightly lower clock speed but a much larger cache. Evaluate the potential performance implications of each choice for general-purpose computing tasks like web browsing, word processing, and light gaming. [6 marks]
- A user wants their computer to handle multiple complex applications concurrently without slowing down. Which CPU characteristic would be most beneficial for this goal?
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