Foxconn M7VMX Series - Manual (Page 35)

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► Execute Disable Bit
This item is used to enable/disable the Execute Disable Bit feature.
Intel's Execute Disable Bit functionality can help prevent certain classes of malicious buffer
overflow attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.
Execute Disable Bit allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application
code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the
buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage and worm propagation.
Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit-enabled systems can halt worm attacks,
reducing the need for virus-related repairs. By combining Execute Disable Bit with anti-virus,
firewall, spyware removal, e-mail filtering software, and other network security measures, IT
managers can free IT resources for other initiatives.
► Vander pool Technology
Vanderpool (i.e. Intel® Virtuali�ation Technology) allows a platform to run multiple operating (i.e. Intel® Virtuali�ation Technology) allows a platform to run multiple operating Virtuali�ation Technology) allows a platform to run multiple operating Technology) allows a platform to run multiple operating
systems and applications in independent partitions or “containers”. One physical compute
system can function as multiple “virtual” systems. Vanderpool Technology can help improve
future virtuali��ation solutions. This item will be displayed only when the CPU support this
feature and the setting is used to enable/disable it.
► Core Multi-Processing or Hyper-Threading Technology
It will be displayed single one at one time. It is used to enable or disable the feature and will be
displayed only if your CPU is supporting this feature.