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This register contains the condition code bits, witch are set by comparison instructions, the CPU priority, the mode (user or kernel), and various other control bits. User programs may normally read the entire Program Status Word but typically may write only some of its fields. The Program Status Word plays an important role in system calls and I/O.

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