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Great Moments in Microprocessor History
The evolution of the modern microprocessor is one of many surprising twists and turns. Who invented the first micro? Who had the first 32-bit single-chip design? From the vacuum tube to today's dual-core multithreaded madness, this article shows the defining decisions that brought the contemporary microprocessor to its present-day configuration.
Great moments in microprocessor history
The microprocessor changed the world: how did we get from the first 4-bit models in the 1970s to today's 64-bit multicore monsters? This article covers the history of the micro from the vacuum tube to today's dual-core multithreaded madnes.
The Year 2004 in Microprocessors
From spintronics to clockless CPUs, 2004 was a year of process and research in the microprocessor industry. As a way to transition into the new year, this article offers a month-by-month look at the highlights of the 2004 microprocessor timeline.
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