Question

Which of the following tasks is not performed by a computer's CPU?
1. Fetching instructions
2. Instruction interpretation
3. Storing data permanently
4. Data processing / processing

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Storing data permanently

The correct answer is Storing data permanently​.

• The CPU is also called the 'brain of the computer'.
  • The full name of the CPU is "Central Processing Unit".
  • The computer cannot function without a CPU. It controls and manages the computer.
  • The user gives instructions to the computer which is processed by the CPU.
  • The speed of the computer depends on the CPU. 

• The main task of C.P.U. -
  • The main function of the CPU is to execute data. 
  • It performs all types of data processing tasks.
  • It manages and controls all the hardware of the computer. 
  • It Completes all hardware-related tasks.
  • The CPU decodes the input data by fetching it, after that executes that data.
  • This data appears on the monitor as output.
  • Fetch means to receive data. The CPU receives the data from the input.
  • Decode means to interpret the received data instructions.