Which of the following is a type of computer architecture and its subcategories?
2022
Which of the following is a type of computer architecture and its subcategories?
- A.
Von Neumann and micro architecture
- B.
Instruction set architecture
- C.
System design
- D.
All of the mentioned
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Correct answer: D
Answer: All of the mentioned
Brief explanation:
Von Neumann model: A classic architecture model that describes the stored-program concept (single memory for instructions and data).
Instruction set architecture (ISA): Defines the programmer-visible interface (instructions, registers, addressing modes).
Microarchitecture: The implementation-level design that realizes an ISA (how pipelines, caches, and execution units are organized).
System design: The higher-level integration of components and subsystems (boards, buses, I/O, system-level tradeoffs) that also falls under the scope of computer architecture.
Because each listed item is a valid architecture type or subcategory, the best choice is the combined option indicating all are mentioned.