Disabling an interrupt is known as ________.
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Correct answer: (A) Masking
Explanation
Disabling (masking) an interrupt means setting a mask bit so the CPU ignores that interrupt until it is unmasked.
Correct answer: (A) Masking
Explanation
Disabling (masking) an interrupt means setting a mask bit so the CPU ignores that interrupt until it is unmasked.
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