cache coherence

[/kæʃ koʊˈhɪrəns/]
noun
coerência de cache
1. A property of shared memory systems in multiprocessor architectures where all processors have consistent and up-to-date views of memory locations
Cache coherence is essential in multicore processors to ensure that all cores see the same data values.
A coerência de cache é essencial em processadores multicore para garantir que todos os núcleos vejam os mesmos valores de dados.
2. The synchronization mechanism that prevents stale data from being used when multiple caches store copies of the same memory location
The system implements a cache coherence protocol to maintain data integrity across multiple processors.
O sistema implementa um protocolo de coerência de cache para manter a integridade dos dados em múltiplos processadores.
Cache coherence is a specialized technical term primarily used in computer architecture and systems programming. It is predominantly discussed in English in academic and professional contexts worldwide, including in Brazil and Portugal. The Portuguese translation 'coerência de cache' is used in technical documentation and education, but the English term is frequently retained in technical discussions and research papers across all Portuguese-speaking regions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cache consistencydata coherencememory coherence
Antonyms / Antônimos
cache incoherencedata inconsistency

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
coerência de cache
Standard technical term used in computing education and industry
Portugal
coerência de memória cache
Sometimes uses expanded form for clarity
Technical Communities
coerência de cache / cache coherence
Often used in English even in Portuguese-speaking technical contexts

Related Words

cache invalidationMESI protocolmultiprocessorshared memorymemory synchronizationcache linewrite-throughwrite-back
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