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What is the difference between "CISC" and "RISC" architectures?
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The correct answer is A) CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computer) has many specialized, multi-step instructions; RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) uses a smaller set of simple instructions, often executed in one cycle each
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Correct Answer
CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computer) has many specialized, multi-step instructions; RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) uses a smaller set of simple instructions, often executed in one cycle each
Explanation
CISC processors (like x86) aim to do more per instruction with complex hardware, while RISC processors (like ARM) use simpler instructions that are easier to pipeline and optimize, often resulting in higher efficiency per cycle.
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