Microprocessor (CPU) Microprocessor is a brain of computer without which one cannot use computer at all.

Its main purpose is to process data faster and allowing all arithmetical and logical calculations. The overall performance of the computer depends about the processor itself hence, if the processor has a faster speed then the output of the data will also be fast. Microprocessor processes data at a faster rate hence requires adequate culling. This is achieved with the help of heat sink and fan, which are fitted in the CPU. Different types of microprocessors 1.Intel 2.Intel 3.Intel 4.Intel 5.Intel 6.Intel 7.Intel 8.1st Generation 486 Pentium(60,75,90,100,120,133,166 MHz 386 386 486 8086 8088 80286 SX DX SX DX,DX2,DX4 Clock-Speed)

9.2nd Generation Pentium(MMX & Pentium PRO with clock-speed 200,266,300,350,400 Mhz.) 10. 11.Celeron The current Generation (Super-Fast Pentium Mhz. II,III,IV) clock-speed)

Microprocessor(266,300,333,366,466,533,566,600

12.Cyrix & AMD processor

Speed of Microprocessor The speed of microprocessor depends on various factors, such as the number of instructions it processes, the bandwidth, and the clock speed. An instruction is a command that the Microprocessor executes. The bandwidth identifies the number of binary digits that the Microprocessor can proceed in a on its own order. The clock speed identifies the speed at which the microprocessor processes an instruction. The speed of microprocessor also depends on the number of the transistors built into the Processor. The transistors in the microprocessor enhance the data signals on the processor. The Larger the number of transistors built on the microprocessor the faster is the speed of the Microprocessor. The advancements in technology have condensed the size of the transistors and have augmented the processing speed of the processor.

Cpu Socket
A CPU socket or CPU slot is a mechanical component that provides mechanical and electrical connections between a microprocessor and aprinted circuit board (PCB). This allows the CPU to be replaced without soldering. Common sockets have retention clips that apply a constant force, which must be overcome when a device is inserted. For chips with a large number of pins, either zero insertion force (ZIF) sockets or land grid array (LGA) sockets are used instead. These designs apply a compression force once either a handle (for ZIF type) or a surface plate (LGA type) is put into place. This provides superior mechanical retention while avoiding the risk of bending pins when inserting the chip into the socket. CPU sockets are used in desktop and server computers. As they allow easy swapping of components, they are also used for prototyping new circuits. Laptops typically use surface mount CPUs, which need less space than a socketed part. Function A CPU socket is made of plastic, a lever or latch, and metal contacts for each of the pins or lands on the CPU. Many packages are keyed to ensure the proper insertion of the CPU. CPUs with a PGA package are inserted into the socket and the latch is closed. CPUs with an LGApackage are inserted into the socket, the latch plate is flipped into position atop the CPU, and the lever is lowered and locked into place, pressing the CPU's contacts firmly against the socket's lands and ensuring a good connection, as well as increased mechanical stability.