Introduction to Processors
When a user enters an operation like 60 + 120, the processor performs the calculation and manages which operation to perform. The processor is the brain of the computer, and it can be a separate chip or multiple circuit boards in a computer.
Parts of a Processor
The processor for personal computers is also called a microprocessor and has two parts:
- Control Unit (CU): works like a traffic police, managing commands and instructions to be performed.
- Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU): performs all mathematical operations like addition, subtraction, comparison, etc.
The processor communicates with other components like input/output devices, memory, and storage devices. It also has small and high-speed memory called registers, which store temporary data like address, command, results, etc.
Fact
Did you know that the first microprocessor was the Intel 4004, invented by the Intel company in 1971?
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