Understanding CPU, MCU, MPU, SoC, DSP, ECU, GPU, and FPGA

Understanding CPU, MCU, MPU, SoC, DSP, ECU, GPU, and FPGA

In electronic engineering and embedded development, terms like CPU, MCU, MPU, SoC, DSP, ECU, GPU, and FPGA are often mentioned. However, due to similar names and overlapping uses, beginners often feel confused. This article will comprehensively analyze their characteristics from four perspectives: definition, performance, usage, and price. — 1. CPU (Central Processing Unit) Definition The … Read more

Analysis of SoC Overall Architecture Design

Analysis of SoC Overall Architecture Design

[Image] This diagram illustrates a complex embedded system architecture, integrating a PMIC (Power Management Integrated Circuit), MPU (Microprocessor Unit), various interface modules (USB, HDMI, Ethernet, etc.), and different voltage regulation modules. Below is a detailed analysis of its architecture, design logic, and component selection. Architecture Overview From an overall architecture perspective, this is a typical … Read more

Understanding SPI in Android Componentization

Understanding SPI in Android Componentization

/ Today’s Tech News / On December 5, 2023, at 07:33, Galaxy Dynamics Aerospace Company successfully launched the Ceres-1 (Remote 9) rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center (Mission Code: WE WON’T STOP). It successfully placed two satellites, Tianyan-16 and Xingchi-1A, into a 500km twilight orbit. This marks the first successful twilight orbit launch by … Read more

Differences Between Apt and Apt-Get

Differences Between Apt and Apt-Get

Friends using Ubuntu must have encountered a command called apt-get. Using this tool to install various applications is quite enjoyable. After the release of Ubuntu 16.04, apt began to be used more frequently. So, what exactly is the difference between apt-get and apt commands? If they have similar command structures, why is there a need … Read more

Adaptive Computing Accelerates Software-Defined Hardware Era

Adaptive Computing Accelerates Software-Defined Hardware Era

In the past, designing a product required careful planning of the hardware architecture, and only after the hardware design was completed would software development begin, followed by the release of the complete product. Now, with the development of cloud computing and the internet, along with the rise of AI, 5G, and autonomous driving, the development … Read more

Addressing the Linux Vulnerability: Essential for Servers, Mobile, and IoT Devices

Addressing the Linux Vulnerability: Essential for Servers, Mobile, and IoT Devices

Click on “AsiaInfo Security” above to browse more security news It is well-known that the Linux kernel is a common component of all Linux operating systems, not only used in server platforms but also in Android phones, tablets, and various IoT devices. Recently, the Perception Point research team revealed a core vulnerability in Linux (CVE-2016-0728), … Read more

What Is the MPU of Cortex-M Core?

What Is the MPU of Cortex-M Core?

Everyone often sees abbreviations like MCU, MPU, MMU, but do you know what MPU is? 1Introduction I wonder if everyone has paid attention to some content about the Cortex-M core; most models of STM32 have an MPU. The MPU is an optional component of Cortex-M. For STM32F1, only the STM32F10X_XL series chips have this Memory … Read more

What Is the MPU of Cortex-M Core?

What Is the MPU of Cortex-M Core?

Follow+Star Public Account, don’t miss exciting content Author | strongerHuang WeChat Public Account | Embedded Column Everyone often hears terms like MCU, MPU, MMU, but do you understand MPU? In the embedded field, MPU usually has two different meanings: 1. Microprocessor Unit; 2.Memory Protection Unit. In this article, the MPU of the Cortex-M core refers … Read more

Understanding the Cortex-M Kernel’s MPU Memory Protection Unit

Understanding the Cortex-M Kernel's MPU Memory Protection Unit

Follow/Star Public Account, don’t miss any updates! I believe everyone often sees abbreviations like MCU, MPU, MMU, etc. Do you know about the MPU? 1Introduction Not sure if everyone has paid attention to some aspects of the Cortex-M core, but most STM32 models have an MPU. The MPU is an optional component of Cortex-M. For … Read more

Advanced Threat Intelligence Analysis

Advanced Threat Intelligence Analysis

2024.12.13~12.19 Attack group intelligence Mask APT reappeared, targeting Latin American organizations. Attack Bitter APT utilized WmRAT and MiyaRAT malware to attack Turkish defense organization APT-C-36 (Blind Eye Eagle), continuously launching attacks against Colombia. Gamaredon deployed in former Soviet states Andr…