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Crossword: CPU, GPU & Motherboard

Across

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

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

3. 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.

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

5. Slots on a motherboard where expansion cards, such as graphics cards, sound cards, and network cards, can be inserted to enhance the functionality of the computer.

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

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

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

9. An integrated circuit that contains the processing unit of a computer.

10. A small, high-speed memory used to store frequently accessed data and instructions.

Down

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

12. A type of heatsink with extended metal fins that increase the surface area for better heat dissipation from a CPU or other hot components.

13. The central processing unit (CPU) is the primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing inside the computer.

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

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

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

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

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

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


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