What is another word for central processing unit?

62 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ sˈɛntɹə͡l pɹˈə͡ʊsɛsɪŋ jˈuːnɪt], [ sˈɛntɹə‍l pɹˈə‍ʊsɛsɪŋ jˈuːnɪt], [ s_ˈɛ_n_t_ɹ_əl p_ɹ_ˈəʊ_s_ɛ_s_ɪ_ŋ j_ˈuː_n_ɪ_t]

How to use "Central processing unit" in context?

What is a central processing unit (CPU)?

A Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the central component of a computer system that performs the basic arithmetic, logical, and control operations of a computer. CPUs are classified by the number of cores they have.

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