Microprocessor
Microprocessor A microprocessor is a central processing unit (CPU) that contains the entire processing system of a computer on a single integrated circuit (IC), typically a small chip of semiconductor material. It is essentially the "brain" of a computer, executing most instructions that a computer program requires. Microprocessors play a crucial role in modern computing and are used in a wide range of devices, from personal computers and smartphones to embedded systems and servers. History: The first microprocessor, the Intel 4004, was released in 1971. It was a 4-bit processor, meaning it could process data 4 bits (or 0s and 1s) at a time. Since then, microprocessors have undergone significant improvements, with increases in processing power, memory, and functionality. Architecture: A microprocessor consists of several key components: - Control Unit (CU): retrieves and decodes instructions, generates control signals. - Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU): performs ma...