Why do laptop computers use CPU throttling techniques?

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Why do laptop computers use CPU throttling techniques?

  • to enhance the performance of the CPU
  • to reduce the heat that the CPU may generate
  • to ensure the CPU is running at its peak speed
  • to conserve the battery life by reducing the bus speed between the CPU and RAM

Explanation: CPU throttling is used to conserve power and increase battery life on portable devices. Throttling also produces less heat.

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