What's a CPU made of? What's the difference between a CPU and a GPU? Read our layman's overview of the central processing unit, or CPU. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a ...

The CPU (central processing unit) is the brain of your computer, processing instructions from programs and components. Modern CPUs use billions of microscopic transistors to interpret binary signals, ...

Fire up the 2013 remix of the Eagles "Desperado". Listen to the beat: That's 60 beats per minute, or to an engineer, 1 Hertz (Hz). Lady Gaga's "Just Dance" is around twice that. It sounds fast, but ...

CPUs and GPUs may look similar on the surface, but they handle computing in very different ways. Discover how their unique ...

A computer is a lot like an ecosystem. When all its components are functioning in a harmonious balance, a PC can whiz along at top speed, crunching calculations, booting games, and performing other ...

Want to squeeze more performance from your CPU? Learn how to overclock your processor to safely boost speed and performance. Palash has been writing about technology (and entertainment) for over a ...