What is a Central Processing Unit (CPU)? CPU Meaning

Q: What is a Central Processing Unit (CPU)?

A Central Processing Unit (CPU) is an electronic circuit designed to perform basic arithmetic, logic, controlling, and input/output (I/O) operations specified by the instructions in the program.

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