Computer’s core component: Abbr. Crossword Clue

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Computer’s core component: Abbr. Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

COMPUTER (noun)
1. a machine for performing calculations automatically
2. an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines)
COMPONENT (noun)
1. an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system
2. an abstract part of something

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
CUP

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