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Global optimization of microprograms through modular control constructs

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By taking due regard of the disciplines of structured programming, we extend the scope of optimization of microprograms from blocks of micro-operations delimited by labels and branches (straight line segments) to complete microprograms.

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            cover image ACM SIGMICRO Newsletter
            ACM SIGMICRO Newsletter  Volume 10, Issue 4
            Dec. 1979
            113 pages
            ISSN:1050-916X
            DOI:10.1145/1014188
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