What is flag in microprocessor?

Sasi Kanth
Sasi Kanth

Posted On: Apr 10, 2024

 

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  •  Sasi Kanth
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    In the context of a microprocessor, a flag is a binary variable or bit that represents a specific condition or state of the processor. Flags are used to indicate whether a particular operation has resulted in a specific outcome or to provide information about the status of the processor.

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