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How does Rust interact with CPU cache coherence protocols like MESI?
Updated May 24, 2026
Short answer
Rust relies on hardware MESI protocol while controlling visibility via atomics.
Deep explanation
MESI ensures cache coherence across CPU cores. Rust atomics define memory ordering constraints that map to hardware fences, controlling when cache lines are visible across threads.
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