Core

Synonyms:
Kernel

A processor core, sometimes called a “kernel“, is the essential part of the processor. It is the computer’s main processing unit, responsible for executing instructions and calculations.

The more cores a processor has, the more tasks it can handle simultaneously. In fact, since the advent of multi-core processors, we have been able to experience the power of parallel processing, enabling multitasking, improved performance, and increased efficiency.

Multi-core processor