CPU and CPI are not the same thing. The specific differences are as follows:
1, the difference in meaning
CPU refers to the central processing unit, is the core of the computer system's computing and control, is the information processing, the final execution unit of the program operation.
CPI is the abbreviation for Consumer Price Index, an important macroeconomic indicator reflecting changes in the price level of consumer goods and services related to the lives of residents, and an important indicator for macroeconomic analysis and decision-making as well as national economic accounting.
2, belonging to the category of difference
Central Processing Unit (CPU), belongs to the computer system. Is one of the main equipment of the electronic computer, the core accessories in the computer.
The national consumer price index (CPI), is a financial term belonging to macroeconomics.
3, the difference in the scope of the structure
The structure of the CPU is roughly divided into operational logic components, register components and control components. Operational logic components are mainly capable of performing related logic operations, in addition to fixed-point or floating-point arithmetic operations and commands such as address arithmetic and conversion. The register component is used to store instructions, data and addresses temporarily. The control component is mainly used to analyze the instructions and send out the corresponding control signals.
The National Consumer Price Index (CPI) covers the prices of food, tobacco, alcohol, clothing, housing, daily necessities and services, transportation and communications, education, culture and entertainment, health care, other goods and services, and other goods and services in 8 categories and 262 basic classifications for urban and rural residents across the country.
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