Microprocessor having decision pointer to process restore position
US4562538A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 16, 1983 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 16, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F9/463
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Process switch operations common in multiprogramming environments in commercially available data processors, are carried out faster by providing a decision-making capability for determining whether it is later to be restored at the beginning of the process or at the point of interruption. Both hardware and software implementations are disclosed.
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