Microprocessor is an electronic component a computer uses to perform all the computing functions. This device is part of a micro-computer unit fabricated on a small chip capable of performing all operations and communicating with other devices.
What are the Components of a Microprocessor?
It consists of an
- ALU,
- a register array, and
- a control unit.
With an ALU (Arithmetic-logic unit), it can perform all the arithmetic and logical operations of the data, which is fetched either from an input device or a memory unit.
Among various essential components of a computer, the most essential is the microprocessor. This component closely resembles human brain with all computer functions start executing. It is located on the motherboard inside the CPU.
Central Processing Unit (CPU):
The CPU is the core part of a computer because it performs major functionalities, such as storing and processing data. It consists of the control unit, the arithmetic, the logical unit, and the memory unit. While the control unit transfers the instructions and data, the memory unit helps store the data and instructions.
The ALU unit contains two sections: Arithmetic and logic. The arithmetic section involves performing arithmetic operations such as addition, multiplication, subtraction, and division. The logic section performs logical functions such as matching, comparing, analyzing, and selecting.
The CPU also consists of Floppy disks, a hard drive, an optical disc drive, three or four RAM modules or slots, and a microprocessor. As a result, the CPU holds the CPU controls the control of the entire computer operations.
Notably, some of the most critical components, namely the microprocessor and RAM, are located on the motherboard within the CPU.
Within the CPU, we can also see the power supply unit and a system fan inside the CPU.
Accessing of Modern Technology:
Previously, computers were massive, making them difficult to use at various locations like home or travel. To solve this problem, computer designers before the 1960s tried to fix this problem by integrating all the CPU functions into one unit, the microprocessor unit. Moreover, microprocessors are significantly small and can compute within seconds while being energy-efficient. Thus, after succeeding in integrating all the CPU functions into the microprocessor, the availability of home computers was made possible. Also, this integration made the development of still smaller devices such as tabs, smartphones, smartwatches, and many more possibilities. Thus they played a vital role in accessing technology even through very small devices.
Which is the Important Part of a Computer?
We all know that computer components play an essential role in the functioning of a computer. Some of these are physical and can be seen conspicuously, such as the monitor, keyboard, and CPU. However, we can see the enclosure of critical components inside the CPU, such as the microprocessor.