Von Neumman & Harvard

Question 1

What is Von Neumann architecture made up of?

Answer 1

The basic components of the computer and processor (ALU, control unit, registers etc).

Question 2

How does Von Neumann architecture work?

Answer 2

A shared memory and shared data bus are used for both data and instructions.

Question 3

What does Harvard architecture use?

Answer 3

Physically separate memories for instructions and data.

Question 4

Why is Harvard architecture more useful/efficient?

Answer 4

It’s useful when memories have different characteristics.

Question 5

State two advantages of Von Neumann architecture.

Answer 5

1. Cheaper to develop.
2. Optimized in size.

Question 6

State two advantages of Harvard architecture.

Answer 6

1. Quicker execution.
2. Memories can be different sizes.