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Recognize the function of the central processing unit (CPU) in a computer and understand the definition of a microprocessor.
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- Recognize the function of the central processing unit (CPU) in a computer and understand the definition of a microprocessor.
- Identify the functions of the components within a CPU in a Von Neumann architecture and describe the fetch-decode-execute (FDE) cycle, detailing the role of each component involved.
- Explain the concepts of core, cache, and clock in a CPU and how they influence CPU performance.
- Understand the function and significance of an instruction set for a CPU, which includes all commands that the CPU can execute in machine code.
- Describe what an embedded system is, its purpose, and characteristics, and identify common devices that utilize embedded systems.
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