Understanding CPU Components and Functions

What is the Central Processing Unit (CPU) and why is it referred to as the 'brain of the computer'?

What are the main components of the CPU?

• Control Unit (CU)

• Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU)

• Registers (Internal Memory)

What are the functions of the Control Unit (CU)?

What operations does the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) perform?

What are registers in the CPU?

What is the bus system in relation to the CPU?

What is clock speed and how does it affect CPU performance?

How do the number of cores in a CPU affect its performance?

What factors affect CPU performance?

• Clock Speed

• Number of Cores

• Cache Memory Size

• Bus Width

• Thermal Efficiency

What is the importance of the CPU in a computer system?