Common Components of the CPU + functions.

Question 1

Purpose of the CPU?

Answer 1

• Manage basic operations of the computer.

Question 2

Main components of the CPU:

Answer 2

• Registers.
• Cache.
• Arithmetic logic unit.
• Control Unit.

Question 3

ALU:

Answer 3

• Arimetic logic unit.

- Carries out arithmetic calulcations + makes logical descisions.

Question 4

Control Unit:

Answer 4

• Sends signals to control how data moves around the CPU.

Question 5

Cache:

Answer 5

• Quick Access to frequently used data and instructions, usually inside or close to the CPU.
• There are 3 levels of cache.

Question 6

Registers:

Answer 6

• Tiny super fast peices of memory each with a dedicated function for its purpose.