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Glossary

Core Specific Register

A register that typically serves one of two functions: hold configuration settings that affects how the processor actually works, or provide status indications for things of possible interest.

CSR

See Core Specific Register.

IRQ

See Interrupt Request.

Interrupt Request

An external signal controlled by peripherals to gain the attention of the processor.