branch predictor table
A branch predictor table is a data structure used in computer processors to make predictions about the outcome of conditional branching instructions in a program. It keeps track of the pattern of recent branching instructions and their outcomes, allowing the processor to make educated guesses about future branch outcomes and optimize program execution.
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