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what is the main function of cpu


vspandeyaman7373 13th Jul, 2020
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shivangi shukla 13th Jul, 2020

hi

he central processing unit (CPU) of a computer is a piece of hardware that carries out the instructions of a computer program. It performs the basic arithmetical, logical, and input / output operations of a computer system.

Central Processing Unit (CPU) consists of the following features −

  • CPU is considered as the brain of the computer.
  • CPU performs all types of data processing operations.
  • It stores data, intermediate results, and instructions (program).
  • It controls the operation of all parts of the computer.

HOPE THIS WILL HELP

Hrisheekesh Singh 13th Jul, 2020

Hi student,

The central processing unit (CPU) of a compute is a hardware unit that does all the important functions of a computer program. This machine performs arithmetical, logical, and input/output operations in a computer system. It is also called as brain of computer system.

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I hope this information helps you.

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