Module 1-Lesson1.1B Flashcards
1
Q
Socket
A
The physical part that the processor connects to
2
Q
Chipset
A
Used by the processor to communicate with other parts through the motherboard
3
Q
Clock
A
Controls how fast the computer operates
4
Q
Registers
A
Storage space on the processor
5
Q
Data bus
A
Wires used to carry data to CPU/Other components
6
Q
Address bus
A
Transfer data between devices
7
Q
Memory controller chip
A
Manages flow of data to and from computers memory
8
Q
CPU virtualization
A
Expand hardware capacity and support operating systems
9
Q
Overclocking
A
Increase computers overall speed
10
Q
Heat Sink
A
Absorbs and disperses heat
11
Q
Liquid Cooling
A
heated liquid is transferred to a grill to be cooled then return it to process
12
Q
CPU fan
A
Keeps the CPU cool
13
Q
Thermal paste
A
Removes air gaps between CPU and Heat sink
