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The Colossus computer worked using one to two thousand thermionic valves.

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How long did it take to rewire the Colossus computer?

Rewiring the Colossus computer took approximately six months, with the work primarily conducted between mid-1943 and early 1944. This effort was part of a larger project to enhance the machine’s capabilities for code-breaking during World War II. The reconfiguration allowed Colossus to become more effective in processing and deciphering encrypted messages.


The part of the computer that does the calculations?

Processor. It is sometimes called "Central Processing Unit" or CPU.


What is the brain of the computer called?

The "computer" part. Humans have built computers with our understanding of cognitive science. Computers implement a processor, memory for temporary data storage (during processing, caching, etc), and a hard-drive for persistent data. A human brain can store data long term, process information, and temporarily hold small amounts of data for short times while processing the information (e.g. "Carry the 2...").


In what ways can a computer process data?

The part of the computer that processes data is called the processor or processing unit. Older computers had a Central Processing Unit (CPU) . Modern machines often have more than one processing unit. The processor fetches and decodes the instructions that make up the program as well as doing the arithmetical operations.


What are the functional units of a computer?

input- we ask the computer what to do ( with the help of input devices) output- computer shows the result for what we have asked him (by screen) in a computer basic part is CPU in a CPU basic parts are BIOS which start the computer harddisk which store data process which process the data

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Performing calculations is part of the operations of a computer.?

processing


What is the part in the computer that performs most of the tasks you ask the computer to do?

the processor, or CPU (central Processing Unit)


Which part iof the computer stores memory while the computer is on?

central processing unit


What is the abbreviation for a central processing unit?

A Central Processing Unit is a commonly used word in the computer world. The abbreviation for Central Processing Unit is CPU. A CPU is a part of computer system.


By which part of the computer are instructions carried out?

Instructions are carried out by the central processing unit (CPU) of the computer.


What part of the computer is responsible for containing programs and the information your computer needs to operate?

The Central Processing Unit.


What is processing which part of the computer does the processing task?

Central prossing unit (CPU) is the prossing part of the computer. It process the raw data and provide meaningful information to the user. In other word we can say that, CPU is the brain of the computer that controls overall function of computer. Computer is usefulness without the proper use of cpu.


Define the term CPU?

central processing unit- a key part of a computer


1)What is a part of the computer that stores data for processing called and the result given by a computer after processing?

2) what is an output device that prints output on paper? and an output that is printed on paper?


What does CPU's stand for?

CPU in computing terms, stands for Central Processing Unit, commonly referred to as the "Processor." This computer component is essentially the 'brain' of the computer and handles all non-visual processes, tasks, and calculations.Cpu means ''central processing unit''In a computer, a CPU stands for Central Processing Unit.


What is the main part of a computer system called?

the main part of a computer system is called central processing unit or also known as CPU


What is central processing unit and its uses?

A CPU is a part of the computer that interprets and executes information.