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Inside the CPU |
| Summary |
| The criteria for the choice of a CPU are briefly set out. After an introduction to the nature of a program, the functions of the units within the CPU are discussed in detail. Measures to increase operating speeds are discussed. |
When we are choosing a CPU for a microelectronic system, there are a number of points to consider:
Embedded system: when a microcontroller system is built as part of a larger system and not as a separate unit, we say is it embedded.
- Microprocessor or microcontroller? If we are building a system that is required to process a large amount of data very quickly, then we choose a microprocessor. We can back up its powerful features with plenty of memory and a wide range of peripherals and ...
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