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The 8087 Numeric Data Processor is an adjunct to the 8086/8088 microprocessor, that gives the 8086/8088 floating point capability and 8 more registers. The 8087 integrates itself with the 8086/8088 in such a way that the pair actually becomes one processor, appearing to have the extra instructions and registers to start with.
Since it was an optional add-on to the system, many run-time libraries would detect whether or not the 8087 was present, and either use it or emulate it.
This separation of functionality into two chips was maintained in the product line up until the 80386DX and 80486, although the NDP was called something else (such as the 80287, and 80387) at which point the NDP became a permanent part of the instruction set.
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What are different data types used in 8087 programming?
Abstract,etc
Where is microprocessor placed in computer?
The central processor unit (microprocessor) is placed on the motherboard. The cooler, necessary to refrigerate the microprocessor is placed behind it.
What is the role of clock generator in microprocessor?
The clock signal in a microprocessor allows synchronization of several components of the microprocessor. The correctness of the computation of the microprocessor depends upon efficient and balanced distribution of the clock signal. The clock generator generates the clock signal.
Why do we study microprocessors in computer science curriculum?
Microprocessor is the heart of computer. if we do not learn it.we dont know how the computer mechanism is actual working. how it stores data.how can it get all information.
Who is Marician Hoff?
hi bye i hate yo! Marcian Hoff was one of the inventors for the microprocessor. The microprocessor is like the engine for the computer. When you turn on the computer the microprocessor helps the computer start.
What is 8087 NDP Co-processor?
The 8087 NDP (Numeric Data Processor) is a coprocessor designed by Intel to work alongside the 8086 and 8088 microprocessors, which were prevalent in early personal computers. The NDP was introduced in 1980, and it provided hardware support for floating-point arithmetic operations. Floating-point arithmetic is used for calculations involving decimal numbers, which are common in scientific and engineering applications, as well as in graphics and multimedia processing. The 8087 offloaded these calculations from the main processor, significantly speeding up numeric computation tasks. The 8087 performed operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and square roots much faster than software implementations, which relied on the main processor's instructions. This acceleration was particularly important in fields like computer-aided design (CAD), numerical analysis, and gaming. Later, Intel developed more advanced coprocessors, such as the 80287 and 80387, which offered improved performance and additional features. However, with the advancement of microprocessor technology, dedicated floating-point coprocessors became less common as modern CPUs integrated floating-point units directly into their designs.
What is the difference between the 8086 and the 8087?
The 8086 was a 16-bit microprocessor chip. It gave its name to the x86 architecture. It was the main CPU of the computer. The 8087 was the first math coprocessor for 16 bit processors. It was the first of the x87 architecture chips. it couldn't act as the main CPU in a computer, it was dedicated to doing floating point mathematical computations.
Is there microprocessor with the name 80487?
No. An 80487 would have been a math coprocessor for an 80486 general-purpose microprocessor...just like the 8087 was the math coprocessor for the 8086 and 8088, the 80287 for the 80286, and the 80387 was for the 80386. The 80486 was the first Intel processor to contain an on-chip math coprocessor, so there wouldn't have been an 80487 because it wasn't necessary.
Who is the founder of the NDP?
the founder of the ndp is emily hamilton
Five publications that comprise the Naval Doctrine Publications (NDPs)?
NDP 1: Naval Warfare NDP 2: Naval Intelligence NDP 3: Naval Logistics NDP 4: Naval Logistics NDP 5: Planning
What is 7220 plus 867?
8087
What party does NDP Andrea horwath belong?
she belongs to the new democratic party (ndp) and she is the leader of new democratic party of ndp and she is the first women to serve ontario and she was the leader of ndp from 2009.
Why implement 8086 processor to 8087 processor?
The 8086/8088 is the general purpose processor. The 8087 is the math co-processor for the 8086/8088.
What are the release dates for The Young and the Restless - 1973 1-8087?
The Young and the Restless - 1973 1-8087 was released on: USA: 7 March 2005
Why 8086micro processors are called co- procossers?
The 8086 is not a co-processor. The 8087 is. The 8087 is intended to be coupled to an 8086/8088 to do math co-processing.
How does NDP differ from GDP?
GDP is the gross total income and NDP is the net domestic product
What are the values of Liberals Conservatives and NDP in Canada?
Liberals are for the middle class. Conservatives are for the rich. NDP are for the poor.
