Computer Architecture
Computer Architecture
The central circuit board of a The central processing unit A non-volatile storage device
computer that connects all where most calculations take that holds all software and
components. place. user files.
Memory
1 2 3
Processor architecture shares common The design of the cache determines how
features and functions within each family. quickly the processor can access data.
Memory Hierarchy
1 Memory Types
The most common input The most common output Allows multiple computers to
device used by humans to device used by computers to communicate with each other
communicate with display visual information. and share data over a wired
computers. or wireless connection.
Trends and Future Directions
in Computer Architecture