Re: [avr-gcc-list] Avr-gcc Produces Incorrect Code with -Os

[David Brown]

Andy H wrote:
> BTW
>
> I believe the common attribute/keyword for this should be monitor as in
>
> monitor void dostuff(void)
> {
> putchar ( ’Z’ );
> }
>
> This will give a degree of compatibility with other compilers.

If other compilers use "monitor", then that makes sense.  It is also 
arguably more accurate, at least for those who have a background in more 
theoretical computing, while the word "critical" could just mean you 
want the function to be as fast as possible.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monitor_%28synchronization%29


mvh.,

David