central processors

[ˈsentrəl ˈprɑːsesərz]
nounpl: central processors
processadores centrais
1. The primary computing units in a computer or device that execute instructions and perform calculations
Modern computers often have multiple central processors to handle complex tasks simultaneously.
Computadores modernos frequentemente têm múltiplos processadores centrais para lidar com tarefas complexas simultaneamente.
2. The main hardware components responsible for controlling and coordinating all operations within a computer system
The central processors determine the overall speed and performance of the computer.
Os processadores centrais determinam a velocidade geral e o desempenho do computador.
This is technical jargon commonly used in both American and Brazilian tech industries. In Brazil, the term 'processador central' is the standard way to refer to a CPU in technical documentation and educational contexts. The abbreviation 'CPU' is widely understood and used across both English and Portuguese-speaking tech communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
CPUsprocessorscentral processing unitsmicroprocessorscores
Antonyms / Antônimos
peripheral devicesinput devicesoutput devices

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
processadores centrais
Standard technical terminology used in Brazil
São Paulo
processadores centrais
Tech industry standard term in the main tech hub
Portugal
processadores centrais
Same terminology used in European Portuguese
USA
central processors
Often abbreviated as CPUs in technical contexts

Related Words

motherboardmemorygraphics processorclock speedmulti-core processorcache

Related Idioms & Phrases

processing power
CPU bottleneck
multi-threaded processing
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