What does DMA stand for?
Correct answer: B. Direct Memory Access
- A. Distinct Memory Access
- B. Direct Memory Access
- C. Direct Module Access
- D. Direct Memory Allocation
Explanation
DMA stands for Direct Memory Access, a technique that lets an I/O device transfer data directly to or from main memory with limited processor involvement. This improves transfer efficiency.
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