Performance & Systems
Aug 7, 2026
Do All Compilers Support Modern x86 Instructions And Are They Actually Used in Programming
Do All Compilers Support Modern x86 Instructions? And Are They Actually Used in Programming?In the world of low-level programming, especially when dealing with architectures like x86 and x86_64, a common and important question arises:Do all compilers support the latest CPU instruction sets? And if so, are they…
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Aug 7, 2026
The Future of RISC-V CPUs Competitiveness, Industry Adoption, and Global Manufacturing
The Future of RISC-V CPUs: Competitiveness, Industry Adoption, and Global ManufacturingThe RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA) is emerging as a serious contender in the global computing industry. Developed as an open-source alternative to proprietary ISAs like Arm and x86, RISC-V offers unique advantages that…
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Aug 7, 2026
From Nanometers to Angstroms Are We Reaching the Limits of CPU Miniaturization
From Nanometers to Angstroms: Are We Reaching the Limits of CPU Miniaturization?The mantra "smaller is better" has driven the semiconductor industry for decades. Shrinking transistor sizes allows more of them to fit on a single chip, improving performance, reducing power consumption, and lowering costs over time. This…
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Aug 7, 2026
ARM CPUs – Future Expectations
ARM CPUs – Future ExpectationsStrengths:Mature Ecosystem: ARM has decades of development, with robust tools, software support, and deep integration in mobile, embedded, and even cloud computing (like AWS Graviton).Licensing Model: ARM makes money by licensing its IP, which helps ensure quality control and steady…
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Aug 7, 2026
Difference Between NASM and GAS in Assembly Programming Which One is Best for Your Project
Difference Between NASM and GAS in Assembly Programming: Which One is Best for Your Project?When programming in Assembly, choosing the right assembler is crucial, as it directly affects ease of coding, performance, and compatibility with other tools. Among the most popular assemblers are NASM (Netwide Assembler) and…
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Aug 7, 2026
My Journey in Low-Level Programming From Assembly to LLVM
My Journey in Low-Level Programming: From Assembly to LLVMI began my programming journey 39 years ago, and after a year, in 1987, I started learning assembly programming for Z80 processors. It was, of course, extremely difficult at first, and I only completed a few tasks with it, mainly transferring data from…
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Aug 7, 2026
LLVM A Crucial Infrastructure for Modern Programming Languages
LLVM: A Crucial Infrastructure for Modern Programming LanguagesIn modern programming, LLVM infrastructure has become an essential component in developing and executing various programming languages. LLVM provides a flexible and powerful toolset for building compilers and optimizing program performance, making it the…
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Aug 7, 2026
CISC vs. RISC The Hidden Battle Between Processor Architectures and Their Impact on Performance and Heat
CISC vs. RISC: The Hidden Battle Between Processor Architectures and Their Impact on Performance and HeatWhen discussing processors, we encounter two main architectural types that dictate how instructions are executed: CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computing) and RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing). Each follows…
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Aug 7, 2026
Protected Mode in Modern Processors Why is Direct Access to Hardware Restricted
Protected Mode in Modern Processors: Why is Direct Access to Hardware Restricted?In the past, especially during the DOS era, programmers had direct access to all computer components, including memory, input/output units, and graphics cards, without any restrictions. However, with technological advancements, a new…
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