CIS 106 WK 4 Assignment 1 - Computer Architecture

Computer architecture is the combination of software and hardware that is organized in such a fashion as to deliver the machine is intended performance characteristics. Therefore, it is important for you to understand the basics.

Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:

1.      Describe Von Neumann architecture and explain why it is important.

2.      Explain what a system bus is and why it is needed.

3.      Summarize the use of Boolean operators in computer-based calculations.

4.      Categorize the various types of memory and storage.

5.      Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

·         Be typed, double-spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

·         Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student s name, the professor s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.