Registers and CPU Functions

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Register

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A register is a small, high-speed storage location in the CPU.

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Purpose of a register

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Temporarily holds data, instructions, or addresses during processing.

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Difference between a register and RAM

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Registers are faster, smaller, and integrated into the CPU for immediate data use.

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Role of the Control Unit (CU)

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Ensures instructions are executed in the correct sequence.

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Function of Accumulator (ACC)

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Holds intermediate results during calculations performed by the ALU.

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Definition of Cache

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High-speed memory that stores frequently accessed data and instructions.

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Importance of Cache

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Faster than RAM, reducing CPU wait times.

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Reason for Secondary Storage

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To store data and programs permanently.

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Single vs Dual-Core Processors

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Comparison of processors with one core versus two cores.

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Non-volatile Memory

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Memory that retains data even when powered off.