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The document discusses the differences between computer organization and architecture, structure and function, and lists the main components of a computer and processor. Computer architecture refers to attributes visible to a programmer, while organization refers to how components are interconnected to realize the architecture. Structure is how components relate, while function is what each does. A computer's main functions are data processing, storage, movement and control. Its main components are the CPU, memory, input/output, and interconnect. The CPU contains a control unit, ALU, registers, and interconnect.

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RICO, Larry 2A LabExer2

The document discusses the differences between computer organization and architecture, structure and function, and lists the main components of a computer and processor. Computer architecture refers to attributes visible to a programmer, while organization refers to how components are interconnected to realize the architecture. Structure is how components relate, while function is what each does. A computer's main functions are data processing, storage, movement and control. Its main components are the CPU, memory, input/output, and interconnect. The CPU contains a control unit, ALU, registers, and interconnect.

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1.

What, in general terms, is the distinction between computer organization and


computer architecture?

 Computer Architecture refers to those attributes of a system visible to a


programmer or, put another way, those attributes that have a direct impact on the
logical execution of a program.

 Computer Organization refers to the operational units and their


interconnections that realize the architectural specifications.

2. What, in general terms, is the distinction between computer structure and computer
function?

 Structure
o The way in which the components are interrelated.

 Function
o The operation of each individual component as part of the structure.

3. What are the four main functions of a computer?

 Data Processing
 Data Storage
 Data Movement
 Control

4. List and briefly define the main structural components of a computer.

 Central Processing Unit (CPU)


o Controls the operation of the computer and performs its data processing
functions; often simply referred to as processor.

 Main Memory
o Stores data.
 Input/Output:
o Moves data between the computer and its external environment.

 System Interconnection
o Some mechanism that provides for communication among CPU, main
memory, and I/O. A common example of system interconnection is by
means of a system bus, consisting of a number of conducting wires to
which all the other components attach.

5. List and briefly define the main structural components of a processor.

 Control Unit
o Controls the operation of the CPU and hence the computer.

 Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU)


o Performs the computer's data processing functions.

 Registers
o Provides storage internal to the CPU.

 CPU Interconnection
o Some mechanism that provides for communication among the control
unit, ALU, and registers.

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