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Microcode

Noun:

Definition: Microcode is a low-level, hardware-specific code that is stored in a computer's firmware and controls how the central processing unit (CPU) functions at a basic level.

Example sentence: The microcode in a computer's firmware plays a crucial role in determining the CPU's operation and performance.

Verb:

Definition: The act of programming or updating the microcode in a device's firmware.

Example sentence: The technician microcoded the device to enhance its functionality and fix the bugs.

Adjective:

Definition: Referring to the software instructions or program code that controls the microprocessor at a basic level.

Example sentence: The engineers optimized the microcode performance to improve the overall efficiency of the system.

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