[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Chips

32-bit

Older processors and software limited to 4GB of addressable memory.

Also known as: 32-bit computing

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

32-bit — Older processors and software limited to 4GB of addressable memory.

See also: MMX, 64-bit.

Where 32-bit Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 32-bit?

Older processors and software limited to 4GB of addressable memory.

What terms are related to 32-bit?

Related Chips terms include MMX, 64-bit.

Related Technical Terms

MMX
MMX was an early Intel SIMD instruction set for multimedia. Chips
64-bit
Processors and software that handle 64-bit data and memory addresses. Chips
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