Application software initiated speedup
US7634678B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Dec 15, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An instruction, processor, system, and method allow application level software to explicitly request a temporary performance boost, from computing hardware. Advanced management of a working frequency of a processor achieves the performance boost. Preferably, a processor with that advanced management and performance boost is implemented in an electronic exchange or another application where peak periods may occur.
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