Computer Architecture Fundamentals: MIPS & Memory Concepts
Memory Data Interpretation and Endianness
An array of 10 unsigned integers is stored in memory. Each integer occupies 3 bytes. The data, stored in little-endian format from low address to high, is:
7D21F05BE3FA665531540A6BCA73AB714750AF050A2F395F71CC0CC367AB
Problem: What is the unsigned integer in decimal read from memory if element 9 is read in big-endian format? (The first element is element 0.)
Segmentation of 3-Byte Integers
The 10 unsigned integers, each 3 bytes (6 hexadecimal digits), are segmented
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Trusted Systems Explained
A trusted system is a computer system or network designed, implemented, and tested to meet specific security requirements. Trusted systems are crucial for protecting sensitive information, preventing unauthorized access, and ensuring the integrity and availability of data and systems.
Typically, a trusted system is designed with a comprehensive set of integrated security features, such as:
- Access controls
- Authentication mechanisms
- Encryption algorithms
These security features
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Vocabulary
Network Architecture
Security Perimeter: First line of protection, includes firewalls, proxies, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
Network Partitioning: Segmenting networks into isolated domains of trust.
Dual-Homed Hosts: Having two network interface cards (NICs), each on a separate network.
Bastion Host: Gateway between trusted and untrusted networks that gives limited authorized access to untrusted hosts.
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ): Isolated subnet that allows an organization to give external
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Shift-Reduce Parser Implementation (EXP-6)
This section demonstrates a shift-reduce parser implementation in C++.
#include <iostream>
#include <cstring>
using namespace std;
int z = 0, i = 0, j = 0, c = 0;
char a[16], ac[20], stk[15], act[10];
void check() {
strcpy(ac, "REDUCE TO E -> ");
for (z = 0; z < c; z++) {
if (stk[z] == '4') {
cout << ac << "4" << endl;
stk[z] = 'E';
stk[z + 1] = '\0';
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Computer Network & Hardware Fundamentals
Computer & Network Fundamentals
Understanding Computer Networks
A network is a group of interconnected devices which exchange information and share resources.
Network Components
- Server: A main computer that provides a service on a network.
- Client: A network computer used for accessing a service on a server.
Exercise Prompts (Original Fragments)
- Server: Most networks…
- Client: This is the desktop…
- Peripherals: Once you have…
- Hub: Desktops typically…
Types of Networks
The exchange of information among
Read MoreSoftware Architecture Styles: Patterns and Use Cases
Independent Components
This architectural style focuses on systems that operate as loosely coupled components. Components interact with each other through defined interfaces, ensuring flexibility and modularity.
Communicating Processes: In this style, independent processes exchange information through messages. These processes can run concurrently, making the system scalable and robust.
Client/Server: This is a widely used architecture where clients request services or resources from a server. The
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