CPU (Central Processing Unit)

The Brain

CPU

Central Processing Unit

CPU

Executes instructions, performs calculations, manages flow of information

Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)

Performs arithmetic operations such as addition and subtraction and logical comparison like AND, OR, NOT

Control Unit (CU)

Directs and coordinates most of the operations in the computer. Interprets instructions and manages data flow.

Registers

Small, high speed storage locations. Holds data temporarily during processing

Cores

Independent processing units within a single physical chip

Parallel Processing

Each core can handle a separate set of instructions

Hyper-Threading/Simultaneous Threading

Each physical core can appear as two logical cores. This enhances multi-tasking capabilities by letting a single core handle two instruction streams