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Why is clock cycle time the inverse of clock rate?


Im studying computer performance and I cant understand why

clock cycle time = 1 / clock rate

Why is this obvious?


Solution

  • Clock rate is usually expressed in herts (Hz).

    1 Hz = 1 cycle/second.

    It's just simple mathematics. To get how much seconds it takes for 1 cycle, then you just have to invert it.