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XD Bit
functionality:
■
Disabled]
■
Enabled
[Enabled]
Allows the user to enable and disable the Execute
Disable Bit functionality. Execute Disable Bit allows the
processor to classify areas in memory where application
code can and cannot execute. In the event an internet
worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor
disables code execution to prevent damage or worm
propagation
.
Table 9: Fields, Options and Defaults for the CPU Features Submenu of the Advanced Menu
Menu Field
Options
Default
Description
