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M.Tech - I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations, April/May 2013

COMPUTER SYSTEM DESIGN
(Common to CSE and CS)
Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 60
Answer any FIVE questions
All questions carry equal marks

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1. Explain the organization & architecture of IA32 Pentium Processor.

2. (a) Compare and contrast DMA with interrupt handlers.

(b) Give an overall view of device drivers in windows.

3. (a) Explain clearly micro programmed control with hardware approach.

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(b) Differentiate between hired wired and micro programmed control units.
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Explain data hazards and instruction hazards with examples. Explain their influence on
instruction sets.

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5. (a) Explain any two replacement policies in detail with examples.
(b) Explain the memory hierarchy with reference to their cost, speed and size.

Enumerate and explain any two classical IPC problems and suggest suitable solutions for

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them with explanation.

7. (a) Give a through account of UNIX file systems.

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(b) Explain how directories will be implemented.

8. (a) Explain the relevant issues and concepts of cryptography.

(b) Write short notes on threats and intruders.

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