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why is the Harvard architecture is sometimes used in preference to the von Neumann architecture and give examples of each system

The Harvard architecture can fetch instructions while accessing data memory at the same time.The Harvard architecture is used for embedded computers and von Neumann architecture is used for desktops.

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What is the difference between RAM & ROM and the ways they are used within a computer system?

In a computer system, RAM is used to temporarily hold programs & data while they are required by the CPU. Storing them in RAM, due to its rapid access times and close proximity to the CPU, means its c...

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Simplify the boolean expression ¬(A.B)+A.

¬(A.B)+A -- given in question. =(¬A+¬B)+A -- using De Morgan's Law. =¬A+¬B+A -- can remove the brackets. =1+¬B -- using identity ¬A+A = 1.=1 -- using identity 1 + anything = 1.

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Write a Pseudocode function that returns the factorial of an integer input.

--------------------------------------INPUT XY = 1
WHILE ( X > 1) Y = X * Y X = X - 1
OUTPUT Y-------------------------------It is also possible to complete this task using recursion
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Give two types of management of either hardware or other resources that are performed by an operating system.

Memory Management, Processor Scheduling.
Memory management allocates a specific area of memory to each application or open file while the computer is running. If the computer's RAM is not enough for ...

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