Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Located in the tower, it communicates with other devices to perform tasks. It's the "heart" of the computer.

  1. CPU

  2. Peripherals

  3. Programs

  4. Software
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The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is installed on the motherboard inside the computer tower and is responsible for executing instructions and coordinating all computer operations - earning it the metaphor 'heart of the computer'. Peripherals are external devices, programs/software are instructions, not hardware components.

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