How a Computer Executes Instructions
Students will gain a conceptual understanding of how a computer follows instructions step-by-step, from fetching an instruction to performing an action.
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Students will gain a conceptual understanding of how a computer follows instructions step-by-step, from fetching an instruction to performing an action.
Key Questions
- Imagine you give a computer a command; what are the basic steps it takes to follow it?
- Why is it important for a computer to process instructions in a specific order?
- How does the computer know what to do next after completing one instruction?
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