Computer Science GCSE
Von Neumann Architecture
What Von Neumann Architecture means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Von Neumann Architecture
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A computer architecture where both the program instructions and the data are stored together in the same main memory.
A computer design where both the program instructions and the data are stored together in the same memory.
Topics that use Von Neumann Architecture
- Hardware (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Topic 3: Computers (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Secondary Storage
- Volatile Memory
- Clock Speed
- Embedded System
- Machine Code
- Operating System
- Register
- Utility Software
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