Theoretical Questions: Microprocessor 8086 (Intel x86)
1. What is the difference between Real Mode and Protected Mode in x86 architecture?
2. Explain how memory segmentation works in Real Mode of the 8086.
3. Why was Protected Mode introduced, and what are its key features?
4. Define the term opcode. How is it related to instruction execution?
5. Explain the purpose of the Mod and R/M byte in x86 instruction format.
6. Explain the different between
push Ax
push 11H effect on SP ?
7. Explain how the opcode and addressing mode together define the function and operand(s)
of an instruction. Give examples?
8. Write bubble sorting algorithm in assembly