CPU Quiz

1.       What is the function of the CPU?

Computation Engine

2.       What was the name of the first CPU?

The Intel  4004

3.       Referring to the graph on page 2 of the article, describe how the speed of CPU’s has changed.

The graph shows the gradual development of CPU’s from Intel; from faster service to thinner wires.

4.       What does MIPS measure?

It’s a rough measurement of the performance of the CPU.

5.       Research (Google it) what is a dual core processor, what is multitasking and how do the two work together.

Dual Core Processing- A CPU is two processors or “execution cores” in the same integrated circuit.

Multi-tasking- where multiple process are conduct while sharing the same CPU.

Benefits to Mobile Devices

-          A new range of power-efficient devices

-          Highly integrated  application processor

-          Smaller, more compact designs

-          Low Power options

-          Better Performance ad increased system responsiveness