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Registers. A register is a fast part of a processor that holds data and instructions. Registers work by locating where the instruction was gathered, storing it as the control unit deciphers it, storing while the ALU computes it, and storing the result. System Clock.
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Registers • A register is a fast part of a processor that holds data and instructions. • Registers work by locating where the instruction was gathered, storing it as the control unit deciphers it, storing while the ALU computes it, and storing the result.
System Clock • The system clock is used to time all of the computers’ operations. • The system clock works by making electronic pulses that help set up the pace for the components of the system unit.
Power Supply • A power supply gives power to an electronic device. • It turns the alternating current that it gets from a wall outlet into what the computer needs, which is a direct current.
Heat Sinks, Heat Pipes, and Liquid Cooling • Heat sinks, heat pipes, and liquid cooling all help the CPU from overheating. • It is made of a thermal metal and is placed on to the processor. The thermal metal draws the heat away from the processor so it won’t overheat.
Parallel Processing • Parallel processing is when there is more than one CPU performing a single program. • It works by separating a problem into pieces so that multiple CPU’s can work on a single program.
Memory • Memory is the place where data, instructions, and information get temporarily stored. • Every memory unit is made up of chips. The chips combine together to form bits of data.