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What is the purpose of an Interrupt Vector?

The Interrupt Vector is a specific memory location that holds the address of the Interrupt Service Routine (ISR). The CPU uses this address to jump to the appropriate ISR when an interrupt occurs.

Related Questions

  • In a multiprocessor system, what protocol is used to maintain consistency of cached data when an interrupt occurs?
  • What does the acronym ISR stand for in computer systems?
  • Which interrupt type cannot be ignored by the CPU and must be processed immediately?
  • Which of the following is NOT a type of interrupt?
  • Which of the following is NOT a typical source of an interrupt?

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