| CPU |
The central processing unit (CPU) is the primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing inside the computer. |
| Cache Memory |
A small, high-speed memory used to store frequently accessed data and instructions. |
| Central Processing Unit |
The primary component of a computer that executes instructions and performs calculations. |
| Clock Speed |
The rate at which a CPU can execute instructions, measured in cycles per second. |
| Expansion Slots |
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. |
| Fan |
Electrical device used to provide airflow and cool down components, such as a CPU, by moving air and dissipating heat. |
| Finned Heatsink |
A type of heatsink with extended metal fins that increase the surface area for better heat dissipation from a CPU or other hot components. |
| Form Factor |
The physical size and shape of a motherboard, which determines its compatibility with computer cases and other hardware components. |
| GPU |
A specialized electronic circuit that accelerates the creation and rendering of images, video, and animations in a computer system. |
| Graphics Memory |
A dedicated type of memory used by GPUs to store and access data related to graphics processing. |
| Heatsink |
A device used to dissipate heat away from a component, such as a CPU, by increasing its surface area. |
| Instruction Set |
A list of all the instructions that a CPU can execute. |
| Liquid Cooling |
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. |
| Memory Slots |
Slots on a motherboard where memory modules (RAM) can be inserted to provide additional memory for the computer. |
| Microprocessor |
An integrated circuit that contains the processing unit of a computer. |
| Multicore |
A CPU architecture that includes multiple independent processing cores on a single chip. |
| Overclocking |
Increasing the operating frequency of a CPU beyond its default specifications to achieve higher performance, often requiring improved cooling solutions. |
| Parallel Processing |
The ability of GPUs to perform multiple computations simultaneously, greatly increasing their processing power and efficiency. |
| Pipeline |
A technique used by CPUs to improve instruction throughput by overlapping the execution of multiple instructions. |
| Power Connectors |
Connectors on a motherboard that provide power to various components, including the CPU, graphics card, and storage devices. |
| Power Supply Unit |
A device that converts electrical power from a source to a format that can be used by a computer or electronic device. |
| Ray Tracing |
A rendering technique to generate realistic images by tracing the path of light rays and simulating their interactions with objects. |
| Thermal Paste |
A substance applied between a CPU and a heatsink to enhance thermal conductivity. |
| VRAM |
The specific type of memory used by GPUs to store and retrieve data required for video processing and rendering. |
