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CPU term explained

CPU term explained

CPU - Central Processing Unit

This is the main processor in your computer. We have discussed the CPU a few times in different articles on this site so I will briefly summarise the CPU here.

The CPU is the brain of your computer and acts as the brain where everything is calculated and processed.

It has various other components, which can be quite complicated to discuss, however that is the main purpose it acts as your computer brain.

View our more tips section via our home page if you want some detailed information on the CPU and other parts of it such as the ALU.

CPU term by Computer-and-printer-reviews.com

If you’re interested in learning what different computer terms stand for, then be sure to check out or computer jargon section for other related terms. We have a small directory of popular terms. Feel free to send any terms in that we do not currently have.