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1. The physical size and shape of a motherboard, which determines its compatibility with computer cases and other hardware components.
2. An integrated circuit that contains the processing unit of a computer.
3. A device that converts electrical power from a source to a format that can be used by a computer or electronic device.
4. A small, high-speed memory used to store frequently accessed data and instructions.
5. The primary component of a computer that executes instructions and performs calculations.
6. A technique used by CPUs to improve instruction throughput by overlapping the execution of multiple instructions.
7. A type of heatsink with extended metal fins that increase the surface area for better heat dissipation from a CPU or other hot components.
8. A device used to dissipate heat away from a component, such as a CPU, by increasing its surface area.
9. Connectors on a motherboard that provide power to various components, including the CPU, graphics card, and storage devices.
10. Slots on a motherboard where memory modules (RAM) can be inserted to provide additional memory for the computer.
11. A list of all the instructions that a CPU can execute.
12. A dedicated type of memory used by GPUs to store and access data related to graphics processing.
13. The specific type of memory used by GPUs to store and retrieve data required for video processing and rendering.
14. 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.
15. A substance applied between a CPU and a heatsink to enhance thermal conductivity.
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 rendering technique to generate realistic images by tracing the path of light rays and simulating their interactions with objects.