IA32s
IA32 refers to the 32-bit instruction set architecture developed by Intel. It is also known as Intel x86 or x86-32. This architecture was a significant evolution from its 16-bit predecessor, the 8086, introducing a larger address space and more powerful instructions. The IA32 architecture became the dominant architecture for personal computers for many years, powering a vast range of processors from Intel and compatible manufacturers.
Key features of IA32 include its segmented memory model, although it was later superseded by a flat
While the IA32 architecture was foundational, its limitations in addressable memory (2^32 bytes, or 4 gigabytes)