Anatomy of a Computer

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Across
  1. 5. much slower than USB and FireWire ports. It is also known as a communications port.
  2. 7. provides sound/better quality sound
  3. 9. some devices can draw power and data from the computer through it.
  4. 11. starts when you turn on your computer and checks your system before starting your OS.
  5. 12. funnels power through cables to each device.
  6. 13. A large circuit board that houses most of your computer components.
Down
  1. 1. allows peripherals to communicate quickly with the processor.
  2. 2. getting replaced by USB and FireWire connections on most peripherals
  3. 3. houses your graphics card
  4. 4. the brains of the PC.
  5. 6. the CPU stores temporary information in it.
  6. 8. current _______ ports transfer data as fast as 400Mbps.
  7. 10. some keyboards and mice may need to use them. Generally, keyboard ports are purple and mouse ports are green.