Register renaming is a technique used in computational architecture to improve the performance of processors. The purpose of register renaming is to eliminate register dependencies and allow for out-of-order execution of instructions. In other words, register renaming allows the processor to assign temporary names to registers, which eliminates data hazards and enables instructions to be executed in parallel. This technique improves the efficiency of the processor and allows it to complete more calculations in less time. Additionally, register renaming can also help reduce power consumption by allowing the processor to avoid executing unnecessary instructions.
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