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Crossword: CPU, GPU & Motherboard

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1. The primary component of a computer that executes instructions and performs calculations.

2. The ability of GPUs to perform multiple computations simultaneously, greatly increasing their processing power and efficiency.

3. A device used to dissipate heat away from a component, such as a CPU, by increasing its surface area.

4. Connectors on a motherboard that provide power to various components, including the CPU, graphics card, and storage devices.

5. The rate at which a CPU can execute instructions, measured in cycles per second.

6. Slots on a motherboard where memory modules (RAM) can be inserted to provide additional memory for the computer.

7. A rendering technique to generate realistic images by tracing the path of light rays and simulating their interactions with objects.

8. A CPU architecture that includes multiple independent processing cores on a single chip.

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9. A substance applied between a CPU and a heatsink to enhance thermal conductivity.

10. The specific type of memory used by GPUs to store and retrieve data required for video processing and rendering.

11. A device that converts electrical power from a source to a format that can be used by a computer or electronic device.

12. A technique used by CPUs to improve instruction throughput by overlapping the execution of multiple instructions.

13. The physical size and shape of a motherboard, which determines its compatibility with computer cases and other hardware components.

14. Increasing the operating frequency of a CPU beyond its default specifications to achieve higher performance, often requiring improved cooling solutions.

15. A list of all the instructions that a CPU can execute.

16. A method of cooling a CPU or other components using a liquid, typically circulating it through tubes and a radiator to dissipate heat more effectively.

17. A dedicated type of memory used by GPUs to store and access data related to graphics processing.


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