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1What does CPU mean?CPU means central processing unit.
2What does the CPU do?The CPU is responsible for executing a sequence of stored instructions called a program.
3Why is Clock Speed Important?CPU clock speed, is measured in Hertz generally in gigahertz, or GHz. A CPU's clock speed rate is a measure of how many clock cycles a CPU can perform per second.
4What is Optical Storage?Optical storage is any storage method in which data is written and read with a laser for archival or backup purposes. Typically, data is written to optical media, such as CD's and DVDs.
5What does Volatile memory mean?Volatile memory is a type of storage whose contents are erased when the system's power is turned off or interrupted.
6What does Non-Volatile mean?Non-volatile memory is a term used to describe any memory or storage that is saved regardless if the power to the computer is on or off.
7What does capacity mean?The amount of data the component can hold or take.