nounpl: NOR flash memories or NOR flashes
memória flash NOR
1. A type of non-volatile flash memory that uses NOR logic gates, allowing random access to any memory location and typically used for storing executable code
The microcontroller uses NOR flash to store the firmware program.
O microcontrolador usa memória flash NOR para armazenar o programa do firmware.
2. A flash memory technology where data can be read and written individually, characterized by fast read speeds and high cost per bit compared to NAND flash
NOR flash is preferred for applications requiring fast random access to code.
A memória flash NOR é preferida para aplicações que requerem acesso aleatório rápido ao código.
NOR flash is primarily used in technical and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is a specialized term within the semiconductor and embedded systems industries, with no significant regional variations in usage between countries. The acronym NOR stands for 'NOT OR' and refers to the logic gate architecture used in the memory cells.
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