what is cpu
what is cpu Alternately referred to as a processor, central processor or microprocessor, the CPU (pronounced sea-pea-you) is the central processing unit (meaning of cpu)of the computer. A computer's CPU handles all instructions it receives from hardware and software running on your computer. As an example it processed instructions to open a web browser that opens and display the web page on your computer.Tip The CPU is usually described as"the" brain for the computer. However, it's more appropriate to describe software as the brain and CPU as a highly efficient calculator. A CPU is really good with numbers, however without the software it wouldn't know how to accomplish anything else.Note cpu full form ( central processing unit ) A lot of new computer users are prone to incorrectly calling their computer or monitor the CPU. When referring to the computer (or monitor), you should refer to them as"co...