Figure 8.16 shows that one instruction that uses a complex addressing mode takes the same time to

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Figure 8.16 shows that one instruction that uses a complex addressing mode takes the same time to execute as an equivalent sequence of instructions that use simpler addressing modes. Yet, the use of simple addressing modes is one of the tenets of the RISC philosophy. How would you design a pipeline to handle complex addressing modes? Discuss the pros and cons of this approach.

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Computer Organization

ISBN: 9780072320862

5th Edition

Authors: V Carl Hamacher, Carl Hamacher, Zvonko G Vranesic, Safwat G Zaky

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