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microcode

Low-level CPU instructions that control how a processor executes commands.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

microcode — Low-level CPU instructions that control how a processor executes commands.

See also: die, APU.

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What is microcode?

Low-level CPU instructions that control how a processor executes commands.

What terms are related to microcode?

Related Chips terms include die, APU.

Related Technical Terms

die
The individual piece of silicon that contains a chip before packaging. Chips
APU
AMD's term for a CPU with a strong integrated GPU. Chips
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