Von Neumann Architecture Diagram

Part of CPU Architecture · Section 2 of 8

DiagramUnit: 3.4 Computer SystemsGCSE

This diagram covers Von Neumann Architecture Diagram within CPU Architecture for GCSE Computer Science. Revise CPU Architecture in 3.4 Computer Systems for GCSE Computer Science with 16 exam-style questions and 12 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 2 of 8 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.

Von Neumann Architecture Diagram

Von Neumann architecture showing CPU components (Control Unit, ALU, Registers), main memory (RAM), and the three buses (Address Bus, Data Bus, Control Bus) connecting them

Practice questions for CPU Architecture

Which component of the CPU carries out arithmetic and logical operations?

  • A. Control Unit
  • B. Cache
  • C. Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
  • D. Program Counter
1 markfoundation

Name three main components of the CPU and state the purpose of each.

3 marksstandard

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What does ALU stand for?
Arithmetic Logic Unit
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit

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