🧩 30 Crossword Entries (Chapter 1 – IST)

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Across
  1. 2. Non-volatile memory used for storage in embedded systems
  2. 10. Main processing unit responsible for computation
  3. 12. Operating system designed for real-time applications
  4. 14. Ability of a system to grow and handle increased demand
  5. 16. Process of ensuring system works correctly
  6. 18. Techniques to optimize energy consumption
  7. 20. Permanent memory storing essential instructions
  8. 21. Ability of a system to perform consistently over time
  9. 22. Method for communication between system components
  10. 27. Structure defining system components and interactions
  11. 28. Specialized system designed for specific tasks
Down
  1. 1. Compact chip combining processor memory and I/O
  2. 3. Ability to perform tasks with minimal resources
  3. 4. Ability of systems to connect and communicate
  4. 5. Low-level software embedded in hardware devices
  5. 6. Use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention
  6. 7. Network of connected devices sharing data over internet
  7. 8. Standard rules for communication between devices
  8. 9. Testing method using virtual models
  9. 10. System ability to learn from data patterns
  10. 11. Set of instructions that tells hardware what to do
  11. 13. Device that performs actions based on signals
  12. 15. System that responds within strict time limits
  13. 17. Temporary memory used during system operation
  14. 19. Artificial intelligence enabling smart decision making
  15. 23. Protection of systems from digital attacks
  16. 24. Interface enabling data exchange between components
  17. 25. Physical components of a computer that you can touch
  18. 26. Combination of hardware and software working together as one unit
  19. 29. Device that converts physical input into signals