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The document discusses interrupts in computing. It defines interrupts as asynchronous and unpredictable events triggered by external hardware that cause the CPU to pause current processing and service the interrupting device. Hardware interrupts are generated by external devices like keyboards or hard disks to signal they need attention, while software interrupts provide an extended mechanism for function calls. The CPU prioritizes servicing interrupts to ensure real-time external devices get timely respons
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