Anatomy of a Computer Crossword Puzzle
Across
- 6. Device - Any type of hardware that stores data. The most common type of storage device is a hard drive.
- 8. - The largest circuit-board in the computer to which every other component connects.
- 10. - A hardware peripheral that allows computer users to input audio into their computers.
- 11. Supply - Converts 240 volt AC mains power to low voltage DC power needed by computer components.
- 12. - An input device that allows a user to take an image and/or text and convert it into a digital file, allowing the computer to read and/or display the scanned object.
Down
- 1. - A camera connected to a computer that allows anyone connected to the Internet to view still pictures or motion video of a user.
- 2. - A pointer device that allows the user to control a graphical user interface (GUI) and perform various functions such as opening a program or file.
- 3. Processing Unit (CPU) - The brain of the computer that executes program code from the operating system and applications and directs the actions of all other components in the computer.
- 4. - A visual display screen that shows the user what the computer is doing. Resolutions are measured in Rows x Columns.
- 5. - A device that allows an individual to easily navigate an object in a game such as navigating a plane in a flight simulator.
- 7. - One of the main input devices used on a computer, which looks similar to the keyboards of electric typewriters, with some additional keys.
- 8. Memory or Random Access Memory (RAM) - The short term memory that the computer uses to keep track of what it's doing.
- 9. Camera - A type of camera that stores pictures or video in electronic format instead of to film.