1. a sequence of microinstructions stored in a computer’s control memory that defines how machine instructions are executed
Usage: computing

1. to write or create a microprogram for a computer system
Usage: computing

Examples

• The processor’s microprogram controls how each instruction is broken down into basic operations.
• Engineers stored the microprogram in read-only memory to ensure reliable execution.
• The microprogram translates complex instructions into simpler microoperations.
• She learned to microprogram the new processor architecture.
• The team had to microprogram the control unit to handle floating-point operations.
• Each microprogram instruction specifies which control signals to activate.
• The firmware contains microprograms for various system functions.