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DS 221 AUG 3:1 Introduction to Scalable Systems (VSS/YS)
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Module 1
Computer Organization Fundamentals
1
The Von Neumann Architecture
Describe the von Neumann architecture and its core components (CPU, memory, I/O, bus)
2
CPU Components and Instruction Execution
Explain the role of registers, ALU, and control unit in instruction execution
3
The Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle
Trace the fetch-decode-execute cycle for simple instructions
4
RISC vs. CISC Architectures
Distinguish between RISC and CISC instruction set architectures
5
From Source to Object: The Compilation Pipeline
Describe the compilation pipeline: preprocessing, compiling, and assembling source code into object files
6
The Linker's Role in Executable Creation
Explain the role of the linker in resolving symbols and combining object files to create a final executable
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