Dual core

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Dual Core means a processor which is split into two sections. The actual processor is still one chip however.

[edit] Advantages

  • Having a dual core processor in a computer means that it will work faster for certain programs.
  • The computer may not get as hot when it is turned on.
  • More features can be added to the computer

[edit] Disadvantages

  • They do not work at twice the speed as a normal processor. The speed that the computer works at depends on what the user is doing with it
  • They cost more than single core processors

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