Processor

Processor

1. Also known as CPU (Central Processing Unit)

   • Interprets and carries out the basic instructions that operate a computer.

2. System Clock

   • Controls the speed of all computer operations
     • Vibrates at specific frequency.
       • Pace is called the clock speed.
         • Measured in gigahertz (GHz).

3. Control Unit (CU)

   • Directs and coordinates most of the operations in the computer.

4. Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)

   • Performs arithmetic, comparison, and other operations

5. Registers (Memory Cache)

   • A storage location inside the location.

6. How does a processor works?

   • (1) Fetch
     • (2) Decode
       • (3) Execute
         • (4) Store