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Massively reduced instruction set processor

US7383425B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 27, 2004
Grant dateJun 3, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F9/342
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

This invention is directed to a method and apparatus for providing low, predictable latencies in processing IP packets. The apparatus provides a specialized microprocessor or hardwired circuitry to process IP packets for video communications and control of the video source without an operating system. The method relates to operation of a microprocessor which is suitably arranged to carry out the steps of the method. The method includes details of operation of the specialized microprocessor.

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