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WorksheetsCPU & Motherboard Vocabulary
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
The CPU receives instructions from the RAM or cache
Fetch
Cache
Execute
Store
The CPU translates the instructions
Fetch
Decode
Scrabble
Store
The CPU runs the instructions
Cache
Loads
Execute
Fetch
The CPU returns the instructions to the RAM of the cache
Data Bus
Clock Speed
Fetch
Store
Individual processing unit within a CPU
Core
Data Bus
RAM Slots
Clock
A small, high-speed storage within a CPU
Core
Cache
Control Module
Clock
How fast a CPU performs the four functions of the processing cycle
Cache Speed
RAM Slot Speed
Clock Speed
Core Speed
The CPU works on multiple instructions at one time
Cache
Clocking
RAM
Pipelining
Allow for additional circuit boards to enhance the functionality of the computer
Expansion Slots
Data Bus
Cache
Cores
Manages the data flow and communications between the motherboard, CPU, and other devices
Core
Chipset
Data Bus
RAM
Connects the motherboard to the hard drive
Core
SATA Connector
RAM Slot
Cache
Connects the motherboard to solid state drives, improved SATA connector
Core
Clock Speed
M2 Connector
Data Bus
Large motherboard best for gaming computers and workstations
Cache
Fetch
ATX
Mini ATX
Medium-sized motherboard used for PC builds
CPU
Data Bus
Pipelining
Micro ATX
Small motherboard best for compact computers
Mini ITX
IMAX
SUV
ATV
he physical wires that transfer data
Transfer Portal
Core
Cache
Data Bus
