ARC Brings Linux to the ARC 700 Configurable Core.SAN JOSE, Calif. -- ARC International (LSE LSE - Language Sensitive Editor :ARK), the world leader in configurable CPU/DSP processor cores and application platforms, today announced embedded Linux support for the newest configurable processor core: the ARC(TM) 700. The Linux kernel and tool chain allow customers to fully take advantage of an open source development and runtime system -- in conjunction with a configurable, licensable processor core. The ARC 700 is designed to provide customers a high-performance embedded core, which is configurable to deliver very small die size and silicon cost. The GNU tool chain supports the ARC 700's DSP (1) (Digital Signal Processor) A special-purpose CPU used for digital signal processing applications (see definition #2 below). It provides ultra-fast instruction sequences, such as shift and add, and multiply and add, which are commonly used in math-intensive capabilities, while Linux provides process-level protection. Linux support is made available through Codito Technologies, a leading provider of high-end embedded-system software solutions. Codito's Linux Support package, comprising a BSP BSP Bromsulphalein, a dye used in the study of liver function. See also sulfobromophthalein clearance test. (board support package) for the ARC family of processors, along with custom and extended support for the GNU tool chain, Linux kernel, and drivers, will be available on October 1, 2004. The ARC version of Linux leverages all the features in the Linux kernel targeted at embedded systems, including uCLinux, XIP (Execute In Place) The ability to execute a program directly from a memory card. (eXecute In Place In computer science, an execute in place (XIP) file system is one that allows certain sections of programs to be stored read-only in an area other than main system memory. This is often used to allow code to run from the same location at which it is permanently stored. ), and compressed file systems for deeply embedded systems with limited memory. Full Kernel pre-emption, allowing better soft real-time and system responsiveness, is also supported. The Linux kernel is fine tuned and optimized for the ARC 700, utilizing features such as bit-operation instructions, 16-bit instructions for code compaction provided by the ARCompact(TM) ISA (1) (Instruction Set Architecture) See instruction set. (2) (Interactive Services Association) See Internet Alliance. (3) (Internet Security and Acceleration) See .NET. , multiple address spaces through the ARC 700 MMU, and TLB flushing. "ARC's leadership in providing configurable processor cores, along with the broad market appeal of Linux, is a powerful combination," said Derek Meyer, ARC vice-president of marketing. "Our customers can now configure a small die-size processor supported by an industry standard and royalty-free operating system for their next generation, high-volume SOCs." Availability Linux for the ARC 700 core will be available on October 1, 2004. Support is provided by Codito Technologies www.codito.com or info@condito.com or +91 20 24433909 (telephone). The ARC 700 core is available now from ARC: www.arc.com or 408-437-3400. ARC 700 Processor Core The ARC 700 processor is a 7 stage 32-bit scalar RISC RISC in full Reduced Instruction Set Computing Computer architecture that uses a limited number of instructions. RISC became popular in microprocessors in the 1980s. architecture targeted at next generation applications that require high performance and small size. As with other ARC processors, the ARC 700 is a configurable and extendible processor family with powerful DSP capabilities. In addition, the ARC 700 implements a memory management unit (MMU) and processing modes to support feature-rich and secure OSs, such as Linux. Unlike other processors in its class, the ARC 700 does not sacrifice area for performance and is the smallest 400 MHz processor available. About ARC ARC International is a world leader in low-power, high-performance 32-bit RISC CPU/DSP configurable processor cores, real-time operating systems and development tools for embedded system design. ARC's configurable and extendible cores assist customers in the development of next generation digital media, consumer and communications devices, resulting in lower cost, higher performance System-on-Chip products. ARC International maintains a worldwide presence with corporate offices in Elstree, UK and San Jose, California San Jose (IPA: /ˌsænhoʊˈzeɪ/) is the third-largest city in California, and the tenth-largest in the United States. It is the county seat of Santa Clara County. , USA. The Company has research and development offices located in England and the United States. For more information please visit the ARC website at: www.ARC.com. ARC International is listed on the London Stock Exchange London Stock Exchange London marketplace for securities. It was formed in 1773 by a group of stockbrokers who had been doing business informally in local coffeehouses. as ARC International plc (LSE:ARK). This press release may include "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties. 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