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+Sparse is a semantic parser provides a compiler frontend
+capable of parsing ANSI C as well as many GCC extensions,
+and a collection of sample compiler backends including a
+static analyzer called sparse.It is designed to convey
+semantic information about types or what locks function
+aquires or releases.
+
+This is an optional dependency for QEMU