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Network on Chip

Network on Chip (NoC) is a communication subsystem on an integrated circuit, typically between intellectual property (IP) cores in a system-on-chip (SoC) design. It uses packet-switched networking principles to manage data flow between multiple cores, replacing traditional bus-based architectures to improve scalability, performance, and power efficiency in complex chip designs.

Also known as: NoC, Network-on-Chip, On-Chip Network, Chip Network, SoC Network
🧊Why learn Network on Chip?

Developers should learn NoC when working on high-performance computing, embedded systems, or SoC design, as it addresses the limitations of bus architectures in multi-core processors. It is essential for applications requiring low-latency, high-bandwidth communication between cores, such as in data centers, mobile devices, and IoT systems, to optimize chip performance and reduce power consumption.

Compare Network on Chip

Network on Chip vs Bus Architecture→Network on Chip vs Crossbar Switch→Network on Chip vs Point To Point Interconnect→

Learning Resources

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Network-on-Chip: The Next Generation of System-on-Chip Integration
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Introduction to Network-on-Chip Design
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Network on Chip Tutorial - YouTube
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Principles and Practices of Interconnection Networks
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Related Tools

System On ChipMulti Core ProcessorsPacket SwitchingInterconnect ArchitectureVlsi Design

Alternatives to Network on Chip

Bus ArchitectureCrossbar SwitchPoint To Point Interconnect