A processor. The processor includes a first register for storing a first packed data, a decoder, and a functional unit. The decoder has a control signal input. The control signal input is for receiving a first control signal and a second control signal. The first control signal is for indicating...http://www.google.de/patents/US5802336?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5802336 - Microprocessor capable of unpacking packed data
