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11Compiler optimization — is the process of tuning the output of a compiler to minimize or maximize some attributes of an executable computer program. The most common requirement is to minimize the time taken to execute a program; a less common one is to minimize the… …
12Optical mesh network — Transport network based on SONET/SDH ring architecture Optical mesh networks are a type of telecommunications network. Transport networks, the underlying optical fiber based layer of telecommunications networks, have evolved from DCS (Digital… …
13Classic RISC pipeline — In the history of computer hardware, some early reduced instruction set computer central processing units (RISC CPUs) used a very similar architectural solution, now called a classic RISC pipeline. Those CPUs were: MIPS, SPARC, Motorola 88000,… …
14Routing — This article is about routing in networks. For other uses, see Routing (disambiguation). Routing is the process of selecting paths in a network along which to send network traffic. Routing is performed for many kinds of networks, including the… …
15Algorithm — Flow chart of an algorithm (Euclid s algorithm) for calculating the greatest common divisor (g.c.d.) of two numbers a and b in locations named A and B. The algorithm proceeds by successive subtractions in two loops: IF the test B ≤ A yields yes… …
16Earth Sciences — ▪ 2009 Introduction Geology and Geochemistry The theme of the 33rd International Geological Congress, which was held in Norway in August 2008, was “Earth System Science: Foundation for Sustainable Development.” It was attended by nearly… …
17Spanning tree protocol — The Spanning Tree Protocol is an OSI layer 2 protocol that ensures a loop free topology for any bridged LAN. It is based on an algorithm invented by Radia Perlman while working for Digital Equipment Corporationcite… …
18Timeline of Islamic science and engineering — This timeline of Islamic science and engineering covers the general development of science and technology in the Islamic world during the Islamic Golden Age, usually dated from the 7th to 16th centuries.From the 17th century onwards, the advances …
19rocket and missile system — ▪ weapons system Introduction any of a variety of weapons systems that deliver explosive warheads to their targets by means of rocket propulsion. Rocket is a general term used broadly to describe a variety of jet propelled missiles… …
20Orbital mechanics — A satellite orbiting the earth has a tangential velocity and an inward acceleration. Orbital mechanics or astrodynamics is the application of ballistics and celestial mechanics to the practical problems concerning the motion of rockets and other… …
