Method for checkpointing and restoring program state
US9740562B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F11/3698
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Techniques are described that enable restoring interrupted program execution from a checkpoint without the need for cooperation from the computer's operating system. These techniques can be implemented by modifying existing code using an automated tool that adds instructions for enabling restoring interrupted program execution.
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