Exercise 6.7 I/O can be performed either synchronously or asynchronously. Explore the differences by answering performance questions about the following peripherals.

a. Mouse

b. Memory Controller 6.7.1 [5] <6.5> What would be the most appropriate bus type (synchronous or asynchronous) for handling communications between a CPU and the peripherals listed in the table?

6.7.2 [5] <6.5> What problems would long, synchronous buses cause for connections between a CPU and the peripherals listed in the table?

6.7.3 [5] <6.5> What problems would asynchronous buses cause for connec tions between a CPU and the peripherals listed in the table?