define computer architecture

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Computer architecture refers to the design and organization of a computer's core components,
including the CPU, memory, I/O devices, and the system's overall functionality and performance. It
defines how hardware and software interact.

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flip-flop

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A flip-flop is a basic memory element in digital electronics that stores one bit of data. It has two
stable states (0 and 1) and can be used for data storage, synchronization, and sequential logic.
Common types include SR, D, JK, and T flip-flops.

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flip-flop and latches differense , in points

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Differences between Flip-Flops and Latches:

1. Triggering:

o Latch: Level-triggered (works continuously when enabled).

o Flip-Flop: Edge-triggered (changes state on clock edges).

2. Clock Dependency:

o Latch: Doesn't require a clock, operates with enable signal.

o Flip-Flop: Requires a clock signal to function.

3. Speed:

o Latch: Faster, as it doesn't wait for a clock edge.

o Flip-Flop: Slower due to clock synchronization.

4. Usage:

o Latch: Used in asynchronous circuits.

o Flip-Flop: Used in synchronous circuits.

 5. Design Complexity:

o Latch: Simpler design.

o Flip-Flop: More complex design.

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register reference and I/O reference ,

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Register Reference:

 Refers to operations involving the internal registers of a CPU.

 Directly manipulates data in registers (e.g., accumulator).

 Example: CLA (Clear Accumulator).

I/O Reference:

 Refers to operations involving input/output devices.

 Used to transfer data between CPU and peripheral devices.

 Example: IN (Input) and OUT (Output) instructions.

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list various arthmetic instructions

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Various Arithmetic Instructions:

1. Addition

o ADD: Adds two operands.

o ADC: Adds with carry.

2. Subtraction

o SUB: Subtracts one operand from another.

o SBB: Subtracts with borrow.

3. Multiplication

o MUL: Unsigned multiplication.

o IMUL: Signed multiplication.

 4. Division

o DIV: Unsigned division.

o IDIV: Signed division.

5. Increment/Decrement

o INC: Increments a value by 1.

o DEC: Decrements a value by 1.

6. Negation

o NEG: Finds the two's complement (negates the operand).

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stored program control concept

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The Stored Program Control (SPC) concept is the foundation of modern computers, where
instructions to be executed are stored in the computer's memory along with the data.

Key Points:

1. Program in Memory: Both program instructions and data are stored in the same memory.

2. Sequential Execution: Instructions are fetched, decoded, and executed one at a time by the
CPU.

3. Flexibility: Enables easy modification of programs by simply changing the stored

instructions.

4. Example: Von Neumann architecture uses the SPC concept.

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basic functional unit of computer

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The basic functional units of a computer are:

1. Input Unit: Accepts data and instructions from the user (e.g., keyboard, mouse).

2. Output Unit: Displays results or outputs (e.g., monitor, printer).

3. Memory Unit: Stores data, instructions, and intermediate results.

o Primary Memory: RAM, ROM.

 o Secondary Memory: Hard disk, SSD.

4. Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU): Performs arithmetic (e.g., addition) and logical operations
(e.g., comparisons).

5. Control Unit (CU): Directs the operations of all components by interpreting instructions.

6. Processing Unit: Combines ALU and CU, forming the CPU.

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MIPS,MFLOPS,GLOPS,TFLOPS ,POINTS

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Key Differences in Performance Metrics:

1. MIPS (Million Instructions Per Second)

o Measures: Execution speed of instructions.

o Focus: CPU instruction processing.

o Unit: Millions of instructions/second.

2. MFLOPS (Million Floating Point Operations Per Second)

o Measures: Speed of floating-point calculations.

o Focus: Scientific/complex computations.

o Unit: Millions of FLOPs/second.

3. GFLOPS (Giga Floating Point Operations Per Second)

o Measures: Advanced performance for larger computations.

o Focus: Billions of FLOPs/second.

o Unit: 1 GFLOP = 10910^9109 FLOPs/second.

4. TFLOPS (Tera Floating Point Operations Per Second)

o Measures: Extremely high-performance computing.

o Focus: Trillions of FLOPs/second.

o Unit: 1 TFLOP = 101210^{12}1012 FLOPs/second.

Hierarchy: MIPS < MFLOPS < GFLOPS < TFLOPS.

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flynn classification of computer

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Flynn's Taxonomy classifies computer architectures based on instruction and data streams. The four
categories are:

1. SISD (Single Instruction Single Data)

o Single processor executes one instruction at a time on one data stream.

o Example: Traditional uniprocessor systems.

2. SIMD (Single Instruction Multiple Data)

o Single instruction operates on multiple data streams simultaneously.

o Example: Vector processors, GPUs.

3. MISD (Multiple Instruction Single Data)

o Multiple processors execute different instructions on the same data stream.

o Rarely used in practice.

4. MIMD (Multiple Instruction Multiple Data)

o Multiple processors execute different instructions on different data streams.

o Example: Modern multiprocessor systems, supercomputers.

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different addressing modes

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Different Addressing Modes:

1. Immediate Addressing Mode

o Operand is directly specified in the instruction.

o Example: MOV R1, #5 (R1 = 5).

2. Register Addressing Mode

o Operand is located in a register.

o Example: MOV R1, R2 (R1 = R2).

3. Direct Addressing Mode

o Address of operand is specified directly in the instruction.

 o Example: MOV R1, [1000] (R1 = contents of memory at address 1000).

4. Indirect Addressing Mode

o Address of operand is stored in a register or memory location.

o Example: MOV R1, [R2] (R1 = contents at address in R2).

5. Indexed Addressing Mode

o Operand address is calculated using a base address and an offset (index).

o Example: MOV R1, [R2 + 5] (R1 = contents at address R2 + 5).

6. Base-Register Addressing Mode

o Uses a base register and an offset to compute the address.

o Example: MOV R1, [R2 + R3] (R1 = contents at address R2 + R3).

7. Relative Addressing Mode

o Operand's address is relative to the program counter (PC).

o Example: JMP [PC + 5].

8. Register Indirect Addressing Mode

o Address of the operand is found in a register.

o Example: MOV R1, (R2) (R1 = contents at address in R2).

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You said:

memory reference and register reference difference , points

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Differences between Memory Reference and Register Reference:

1. Location of Operands:

o Memory Reference: Operands are stored in memory (RAM).

o Register Reference: Operands are stored in CPU registers.

2. Instruction Format:

o Memory Reference: Instructions involve memory addresses (e.g., MOV, LOAD,

STORE).

o Register Reference: Instructions operate directly on registers (e.g., ADD, SUB

between registers).

3. Speed:
 o Memory Reference: Slower due to memory access time.

o Register Reference: Faster as registers are within the CPU.

4. Example:

o Memory Reference: MOV R1, [1000] (Move data from memory address 1000 to
R1).

o Register Reference: MOV R1, R2 (Move data from register R2 to R1).

5. Use in Computation:

o Memory Reference: Used for large data operations.

o Register Reference: Used for quick, temporary storage during computations.

6. Complexity:

o Memory Reference: Involves memory management and addressing.

o Register Reference: Simpler, as it deals only with CPU registers.

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RISC and CISC

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RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing) vs CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computing):

1. Instruction Set:

o RISC: Uses a small, simple set of instructions.

o CISC: Uses a large, complex set of instructions.

2. Instruction Length:

o RISC: Fixed-length instructions.

o CISC: Variable-length instructions.

3. Execution Time:

o RISC: Each instruction typically takes one clock cycle.

o CISC: Instructions may take multiple clock cycles to execute.

4. Memory Usage:

o RISC: More instructions may be needed for a task, leading to higher code size.

o CISC: Fewer instructions, often leading to smaller code size.

5. Pipelining:
 o RISC: Easier to implement due to simpler instruction set.

o CISC: More difficult to implement because of complex instructions.

6. Example Processors:

o RISC: ARM, MIPS, SPARC.

o CISC: x86, Intel 8086.

7. Focus:

o RISC: Optimizes for speed by using simpler, faster instructions.

o CISC: Optimizes for reduced memory usage and more complex operations.

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You said:

micro programmed control , advantages and dis.

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Microprogrammed Control:

Microprogrammed control uses a set of instructions, called micro-operations, to control the

hardware. It stores control signals in a control memory (ROM) and retrieves them to execute
operations based on machine instructions.

Advantages:

1. Flexibility: Easier to modify and update control logic by changing the microprogram rather
than hardware.

2. Simplicity: Reduces the complexity of the control unit compared to hardwired control.

3. Cost-Effective: Allows for simpler hardware designs, reducing manufacturing costs.

4. Scalability: Easier to design and scale for different instruction sets or processors.

5. Easier Debugging and Maintenance: Changes can be made through software updates, not
hardware changes.

Disadvantages:

1. Slower Performance: Execution of micro-operations can be slower due to the extra step of
fetching control instructions.

2. Memory Overhead: Requires more memory for storing microprograms.

3. Complexity in Design: Writing and managing microprograms can be complex, especially for
advanced processors.

4. Dependency on Memory Speed: Performance can be affected by the speed of control

memory (ROM).
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You said:

techaniques of data transformation from main to chache memory , (compact , concise points )

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Techniques for Data Transformation from Main to Cache Memory:

1. Cache Mapping

o Direct-Mapped: Each block in main memory maps to exactly one cache line.

o Associative Mapping: Any block in main memory can go into any cache line.

o Set-Associative Mapping: Combines direct and associative mapping; a block maps

to a set of cache lines.

2. Cache Replacement Policies

o LRU (Least Recently Used): Replaces the least recently accessed cache line.

o FIFO (First-In-First-Out): Replaces the oldest cache line.

o Random Replacement: Randomly replaces a cache line.

3. Cache Write Policies

o Write-Through: Data is written to both cache and main memory.

o Write-Back: Data is written to main memory only when replaced in the cache.

4. Cache Coherency

o Ensures data consistency across multiple cache levels or processors (e.g., using
MESI protocol).

5. Data Prefetching

o Loads data into cache before it is actually needed, based on access patterns.

6. Cache Eviction

o Removes data from cache when the cache is full, based on the replacement policy.

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You said:

paraellism and types

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Parallelism:
Parallelism in computing refers to the simultaneous execution of multiple tasks or processes to
increase computational speed and efficiency.

Types of Parallelism:

1. Instruction-Level Parallelism (ILP)

o Executes multiple instructions from a single program at the same time.

o Achieved through pipelining and out-of-order execution in processors.

2. Data-Level Parallelism (DLP)

o Performs the same operation on multiple data elements simultaneously.

o Common in vector processors, GPUs, and SIMD architectures.

3. Task-Level Parallelism (TLP)

o Executes independent tasks or processes concurrently.

o Achieved by splitting a program into parallel tasks (e.g., multi-threading, multi-core

processors).

4. Thread-Level Parallelism (TLP)

o Involves running multiple threads in parallel within a single process.

o Common in multi-core and multi-threaded systems.

5. Pipeline Parallelism

o Divides a task into sequential stages, where each stage executes in parallel.

o Often used in instruction pipelines of processors.

6. Bit-Level Parallelism

o Increases word size (processing more bits at a time) to improve performance.

o Used in modern processors that handle larger data types (e.g., 64-bit processors).

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You said:

in easy way

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A K-map (Karnaugh Map) is a graphical tool used to simplify Boolean expressions. It is particularly
useful in minimizing the number of logic gates required in digital circuits.

Steps to Solve the Given K-map:

Given the Boolean function F(A, B, C, D) = Σ(0, 2, 8, 10, 5, 7, 13, 15):

1. Create a 4-variable K-map (since you have 4 variables: A, B, C, D).

o The K-map will be a 4x4 grid (16 cells).

o Label the rows with combinations of two variables (AB), and the columns with
combinations of the other two variables (CD).

2. Mark the cells corresponding to the given minterms (0, 2, 8, 10, 5, 7, 13, 15). These are the
positions where the function is 1.

o Example:

 F(A, B, C, D) = 1 at minterms 0, 2, 8, 10, 5, 7, 13, 15.

 Mark these positions in the K-map grid.

3. Group the adjacent 1s in rectangles (groups of 1, 2, 4, 8, etc.), where each group contains a
power of 2 number of cells. The larger the group, the simpler the expression.

4. Write the simplified Boolean expression by looking at each group:

o For a group, look for the common variable values in the rows and columns. If all
rows/columns in a group have the same value for a particular variable, include that
variable in the expression.

5. Final Expression:

o The simplified Boolean expression will be the sum of products (SOP) of the grouped
terms.

By following these steps, you can minimize the Boolean function and derive a simpler expression for
implementation in logic circuits.

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You said:

addressing mode , purpose and technique short simple compace form

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Addressing Mode:

Purpose:
To specify where the operand (data) for an instruction is located (in memory, register, or immediate
value).

Types of Addressing Modes:

1. Immediate Addressing:
 o Operand is a constant value embedded in the instruction.

o Example: MOV R1, #5 (load value 5 into register R1).

2. Register Addressing:

o Operand is in a register.

o Example: ADD R1, R2 (add contents of R1 and R2).

3. Direct Addressing:

o Operand is at a specific memory location.

o Example: MOV R1, [1000] (load value at memory address 1000 into R1).

4. Indirect Addressing:

o Memory address of operand is stored in a register.

o Example: MOV R1, [R2] (load value from address stored in R2 into R1).

5. Indexed Addressing:

o Operand address is calculated by adding an index to a base address.

o Example: MOV R1, [R2 + 5] (load value at address R2 + 5 into R1).

6. Register Indirect Addressing:

o Register contains the address of the operand, and the operand is accessed
indirectly.

o Example: MOV R1, (R2).

Technique:

 The processor uses the addressing mode specified in the instruction to calculate or directly
access the operand's location. The mode determines how memory is accessed, whether
directly, through an index, or via a register.

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You said:

various basic instruction

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Various Basic Instructions:

1. Data Transfer Instructions:

o MOV: Moves data between registers or between memory and a register.

 Example: MOV R1, R2 (move data from R2 to R1)

 o PUSH/POP: Pushes data to stack or pops data from the stack.

 Example: PUSH R1 (push R1 to stack)

2. Arithmetic Instructions:

o ADD: Adds two operands.

 Example: ADD R1, R2 (R1 = R1 + R2)

o SUB: Subtracts the second operand from the first.

 Example: SUB R1, R2 (R1 = R1 - R2)

o MUL: Multiplies two operands.

 Example: MUL R1, R2 (R1 = R1 * R2)

o DIV: Divides the first operand by the second.

 Example: DIV R1, R2 (R1 = R1 / R2)

3. Logic Instructions:

o AND: Performs bitwise AND between two operands.

 Example: AND R1, R2 (R1 = R1 AND R2)

o OR: Performs bitwise OR between two operands.

 Example: OR R1, R2 (R1 = R1 OR R2)

o XOR: Performs bitwise XOR between two operands.

 Example: XOR R1, R2 (R1 = R1 XOR R2)

o NOT: Inverts the bits of the operand.

 Example: NOT R1 (R1 = NOT R1)

4. Control Instructions:

o JMP: Jumps to a specified address.

 Example: JMP 1000 (jump to address 1000)

o CALL: Calls a function or subroutine.

 Example: CALL Function1

o RET: Returns from a function or subroutine.

 Example: RET (return from function)

5. Comparison Instructions:

o CMP: Compares two operands.

 Example: CMP R1, R2 (compare R1 and R2)

o TEST: Performs a bitwise AND between operands and sets flags.

  Example: TEST R1, R2 (R1 AND R2, sets flags based on result)

6. Shift Instructions:

o SHL: Shifts bits to the left.

 Example: SHL R1, 1 (shift R1 left by 1 bit)

o SHR: Shifts bits to the right.

 Example: SHR R1, 1 (shift R1 right by 1 bit)

These basic instructions are the foundation of most assembly or machine-level programming and
perform core operations like arithmetic, data handling, and control flow.

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steps involved in instruction cycle , with diagram

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Instruction Cycle:

The instruction cycle refers to the process through which a computer's CPU fetches, decodes, and
executes instructions. It consists of several steps:

Steps in the Instruction Cycle:

1. Fetch:

o The CPU fetches the next instruction from memory.

o The Program Counter (PC) holds the address of the next instruction.

o The instruction is then transferred to the Instruction Register (IR).

2. Decode:

o The instruction in the IR is decoded by the control unit.

o The operation type and the operands (if any) are identified.

3. Execute:

o The CPU performs the operation specified by the instruction (e.g., arithmetic, logic,
or data transfer).

o The ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit) or other units carry out the task.

4. Store (if applicable):

o If the instruction involves data storage (e.g., storing results in memory), the result is
written back to memory or a register.
Diagram of Instruction Cycle:

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+------------------+ +--------------------+ +-------------------+ +---------------------+

| Fetch | ----> | Decode | ----> | Execute | ----> | Store (if needed)|

+------------------+ +--------------------+ +-------------------+ +---------------------+

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(Program Counter) <------------------------------------------------------------------- (Memory/Registers)

Explanation:

 Fetch: The instruction is retrieved from memory using the address stored in the Program
Counter (PC).

 Decode: The control unit interprets the instruction in the Instruction Register (IR).

 Execute: The operation is executed, such as performing arithmetic in the ALU or moving
data between registers.

 Store: If needed, the result is stored in memory or a register.

These steps are repeated in a continuous cycle until the program execution is completed.

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You said:

DRAM and SRAM , and need for refresh logic in DRAM short , concise , points

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DRAM (Dynamic RAM):

 Storage: Stores data in capacitors, which need to be refreshed regularly.

 Speed: Slower than SRAM.

 Cost: Cheaper and higher storage density.

 Power Consumption: Consumes less power when idle.

SRAM (Static RAM):

 Storage: Stores data in flip-flops (latches), which do not need refreshing.

 Speed: Faster than DRAM.

 Cost: More expensive with lower storage density.

  Power Consumption: Consumes more power compared to DRAM.

Need for Refresh Logic in DRAM:

 Reason: Capacitors in DRAM leak charge over time, causing data loss.

 Refresh: Periodically recharges capacitors to maintain data integrity.

 Frequency: Refresh needs to happen every few milliseconds.

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You said:

direct and associative mapping difference , comapct , concise points

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Direct Mapping:

 Cache Line: Each block in main memory maps to exactly one cache line.

 Speed: Faster lookup but may cause more conflicts.

 Cost: Less expensive to implement.

 Example: Memory block 0 maps to cache line 0, block 1 to line 1, etc.

Associative Mapping:

 Cache Line: A memory block can map to any cache line.

 Speed: Slower lookup but reduces conflict misses.

 Cost: More expensive, requires complex hardware for searching.

 Example: Memory block can be placed in any cache line, and a tag comparison is done to
find it.

Key Difference:

 Direct Mapping: One-to-one mapping between memory and cache lines.

 Associative Mapping: Memory blocks can be placed in any cache line.

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You said:

ILP , in short concise points

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ILP (Instruction-Level Parallelism):

 Definition: The ability to execute multiple instructions simultaneously within a CPU.

 Goal: Increase CPU throughput by exploiting parallelism at the instruction level.

 Techniques:

o Pipelining: Overlapping stages of instruction execution.

o Out-of-Order Execution: Executing instructions as resources are available, rather

than in strict order.

o Superscalar Architecture: Multiple instruction pipelines for executing more than

one instruction per clock cycle.

 Challenges:

o Data Dependencies: Constraints where one instruction depends on the result of a

previous instruction.

o Control Dependencies: Branches and jumps can disrupt instruction flow.

 Benefits: Improved performance and utilization of CPU resources.

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You said:

instruction and processor level paraellism , difference , in various short concise points

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Instruction-Level Parallelism (ILP):

 Scope: Refers to executing multiple instructions simultaneously within a single processor.

 Focus: Parallelism within individual instructions of a program.

 Techniques:

o Pipelining

o Out-of-Order Execution

o Superscalar Execution

 Goal: Maximize CPU throughput by exploiting parallelism at the instruction level.

Processor-Level Parallelism (PLP):

 Scope: Refers to using multiple processors (or cores) to execute instructions in parallel.

 Focus: Parallelism across different processors or cores in a system.

 Techniques:
 o Multi-core processors

o Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP)

o Cluster computing

 Goal: Increase processing power by using multiple processing units working in parallel.

Key Differences:

1. Scope: ILP focuses on parallelism within a single processor, while PLP uses multiple
processors/cores.

2. Level: ILP operates at the instruction level, whereas PLP operates at the processor or
system level.

3. Hardware Requirement: ILP requires advanced CPU techniques like pipelining, while PLP
requires multi-core or multi-processor systems.