Module 1 Flashcards
Consists of data input,
storage, processing, and output devices, under
the control of a CPU.
Microprocessor System
What is the main unit of a desktop PC that consists of the motherboard, powers supply, and disk drives.
Modular System
A central processing unit (CPU) that is built on a single integrated circuit (IC).
Microprocessor
A small and powerful computer chip that contains the basic elements of a digital computer, including ALUs, registers and control units.
Microprocessor
Are the “brain” of a computer system, and they are responsible for executing instructions and performing calculations.
Microprocessors
They are found in a wide range of electronic devices.
Microprocessors
When was the first microprocessor, Intel 4004 introduced?
1971
Types of Microprocessors
These processors have a alrge set of instructions that can perform complex operations in a single instruction.
Examples include Intel’s x86 family and Motorola’s 68000 series.
CISC (Complex Intruction Set Computing)
Types of Microprocessors
These processors have a simplified intstruction set that requires fewer clock cycles to execute, making them faster and more efficient.
Examples include ARM, MIPS, and PowerPC processors.
RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing)
Types of Microprocessors
These processors are optimized for processing digital signals, such as audio and video.
DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
They are commonly used in smartphones, media players, and other multimedia devices.
These processors are designed for use in embedded systems, such as automotive systems, industrial controllers, and home appliances.
Embedded microprocessors
They are optimized for low power consumption and have a small form factor.
These processors are specialized for graphics rendering and parallel processing.
GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)
They are commonly used in gaming consoles, workstations, and scientific computing applications.
These processors are reconfigurable, meaning they can be programmed to perform a wide range of tasks.
FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array)
They are commonly used in prototyping, testing, and low-colume production applciations.
The primary component of a computer system that is responsible for performing most of the processing tasks.
Often referred to as the “brain” of the computer
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
3 Main components of the CPU
Performs arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and divisionm and logical operations such as AND, OR, and NOT.
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
