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− | {{Distinguish|flag | + | {{Distinguish|flag variable|flag register}} |
− | A '''flag''' or an '''indicator bit''' | + | A '''flag''' or an '''indicator bit''' is a hardware [[signal]] that indicates a specific condition or state has been met by a certain component. Flags are often used by subsequent components to determine the course of action that must be taken. Some processors have a dedicated storage space for such flags called a [[flag register]]. While a microprocessor might have many internal flags, they are not always made accessible to the software running. |
== Application == | == Application == |