Why was the Intel 8085 processor called an 8-bit processor?
Knowing the terminology of the components of a computer system is a critical skill technical support engineers need to have. This question is interesting because it refers to a technology developed roughly 40 years ago and is no longer used. However, a few of these systems may still be in use, so you need to be familiar with the terminology in what it represents. Additionally, having a historical perspective on the IT industry enhances your skills and makes you more valuable as a technical support engineer.
"Although I have never encountered this technology during my career, I do know that the Intel 8085 processor was called an eight-bit processor because it's an arithmetic logical unit, or ALU used eight bits. This compares to modern processors which typically use either 32 or 64 bits."
