CPUs Course
1 hour, 14 minutes
Course description
What is a CPU, and what should you know about it? Dive into the details of the central processing unit with this course. You’ll cover CPUs and cores, caching, 32-bit versus 64-bit processing, CPU sockets, installing a CPU and even the complexities of liquid cooling systems.Syllabus
Liquid Cooling
Video - 00:04:00
Liquid cooling isn’t just for enthusiasts, and today’s liquid cooling solutions are easy to use and interface with any system.
Installing a CPU
Video - 00:11:00
Every computer needs a CPU, and though the installation steps are straightforward, they should be handled with care to prevent EMP damage.
CPU Sockets
Video - 00:12:00
Both AMD and Intel use unique CPU packages that install into their respective sockets, and it’s imperative for a tech to know the most popular sockets available today and the types of CPUs that use them.
32-Bit vs. 64-Bit Processing
Video - 00:12:00
The move from 32-bit to 64-bit processing continues to create challenges for technicians and it’s critical that we understand the differences and effects of choosing one or the other.
Caching
Video - 00:07:00
With CPUs being so fast today, they must store small amounts of high-speed RAM known as cache to avoid stalling.
CPU Speeds and Cores
Video - 00:12:00
Today’s AMD and Intel CPUs use the same set of instructions, and a CPU’s clock speed describes (roughly) how fast it processes these instructions.
What is a CPU?
Video - 00:15:00
CPUs support a specific set of instructions and have multiple pipelines in order to handle multiple instructions at the same time.
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