The document provides a history of processors, discussing key events and innovations. It notes that Intel's Sandy Bridge was the top processor of January 2011 while AMD's Anthlon won for December 2010. It describes how the CPU has been used since the 1960s to carry out computer program instructions and how microprocessors appeared in the 1970s, changing processor design. It also discusses concepts like CPU core voltage for power management and cooling of processors, noting fans are now used.

1. ProcessorBy:Theresa&Chad

2. CompanyIntelSandy Bridge winner for January 2011 processorAMDAMD Anthlon won for December 2010 processor

3. HistoryCPU (Circuit Processing System)Term been used for processor in computer business since early 1960’sPortion of computer that carries instructions of a computer program

4. MicroprocessorAppear in everything from cars to cell phonesMicroprocessor introduction was in 1970’s and changed design and implements of the processor

5. CPU Core VoltageThe CPU core voltage (VCORE) = the power supply voltage supplied to the CPU Conserving power + managing heatpower management feature. clock speed + core voltage adjustable.Trend  Lower core voltages  Conserving powerRaising your Vcore  More stable processor  + high temperature 

6. InventorsJohn von Neumann Most accredited for design of EDVAC after joining with Mauchly and EckertEDVAC-Electronic Discrete Variable Automatic ComputerDesigns were made before by John Mauchly and J. Presper Eckert.Konrad Zuse – suggested and implemented similar ideasHarvard architecture of the Harvard Mark Icompleted before EDVAC

7. EDVAC finished

8. Processor Cooling Unit BeforeSpace for air flow

9. Processor Cooling Unit NowSame as oldPLUS A FAN!!!!

10. CPU SocketMade of plasticHas metal lever or latchTo secure and protect the CPUHas metal contact for lands on CPUGives electrical connection between all the CPU pins and the socket.

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