DMA transfer
[/ˌdiːɛmˈeɪ ˈtrænsfɜr/]
nounpl: DMA transfers
transferência DMA
1. A direct memory access operation that allows data to be transferred between memory and peripherals without involving the CPU, improving system performance
The graphics card uses DMA transfer to quickly move data directly to system memory without CPU intervention.
A placa gráfica usa transferência DMA para mover dados rapidamente diretamente para a memória do sistema sem intervenção da CPU.
2. A hardware mechanism that enables data movement in computer systems with minimal processor overhead
DMA transfer is essential for high-speed data operations in modern computing devices.
A transferência DMA é essencial para operações de dados de alta velocidade em dispositivos de computação modernos.
DMA transfer is a technical term widely used in computer science and engineering across both Brazilian and American contexts. It is fundamental in operating systems and hardware design discussions, particularly relevant in embedded systems, graphics processing, and high-performance computing environments.
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