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Von Neumann Architecture

Basic Concepts

Key Components and Their Roles

  • CPU (Central Processing Unit):
    • See "CPU" section for detailed resources on CPU architecture and functionality.
  • Memory (Main Memory):
    • See "Memory" section for resources on memory hierarchy and organization.
  • Input/Output Devices:
    • See "I/O Devices" section for details on various I/O devices and their interfaces.

Instruction Cycle and Program Execution

  • The Fetch-Execute Cycle - BBC Bitesize:
  • Computer Organization and Design RISC-V Edition (Book - Chapter 1):
    • ISBN: 978-0128122754
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    • Introduces the stored-program concept and its implications.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Alternatives and Modern Architectures