Definition:

  • s
    • sad

Bus types:

  • Processor – Memory (“Front Side Bus”)
    • Short, fast, & wide
    • Mostly fixed topology, designed as a “chipset”
    • CPU + Caches + Interconnect + Memory Controller
  • I/O and Peripheral busses (PCIe, PCI, SCSI, USB…)
    • Longer, slower, & narrower
    • Flexible topology, multiple/varied connections
    • Interoperability standards for devices
    • Connect to processor-memory bus through a bridge