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Old 12-11-2005, 11:16 PM   #1
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Definition: CPU
CPU - Central Processing Unit. The CPU (or microprocessor)is the brains of the computer. The CPU is where most calculations take place. The CPU is the computer's control center. Intel's Pentium processors are CPUs.
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Old 12-13-2005, 08:35 PM   #2
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Ah CPU, such a broad topic!
Should we make definitions up for the different sockets, bus speeds etc?
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Ah CPU, such a broad topic! Should we make definitions up for the different sockets, bus speeds etc?
Sure and absolutely! Please feel free to add whatever information you feel applies!

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