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SYNCHRONOUS CLOCK [2 records]

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Record 1 1985-03-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Hardware
  • Operating Systems (Software)
OBS

Even in the case of static circuitry, a clock frequency is generally used to keep the various events in the computer in step and running at the proper rate. This action results in synchronous operation, as contrasted with asynchronous operation.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel informatique
  • Systèmes d'exploitation (Logiciels)

Spanish

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Record 2 1976-06-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Clocks, Watches and Bells

French

Domaine(s)
  • Horlogerie et sonnerie

Spanish

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