ch2 soiftware
Across
- 5. processor : Application software used for creating, editing, and formatting text documents
- 6. : Software that is owned by an individual or company and requires a licence to use
- 9. : Software that is completely free to use but usually cannot be modified
- 10. : A utility that creates copies of data to prevent loss in case of system failure
- 12. : Software permanently stored in hardware devices, such as a printer or router
- 13. : An operating system feature that allows multiple programs to run at the same time
- 14. : A process that reduces the size of files to save storage space or speed up transmission
- 16. : A type of system software designed to help analyse, configure, optimise, or maintain a computer
- 18. : A utility program that detects and removes malicious software
- 19. process : The sequence of steps a computer follows to load the operating system when powered on
- 20. source : Software whose source code is freely available for modification and distribution
Down
- 1. : Software distributed for free on a trial basis with the expectation of payment later
- 2. : Software that enables the operating system to communicate with hardware devices
- 3. memory : A technique where part of the hard disk is used as if it were RAM
- 4. : Application software used for calculations, graphs, and data analysis
- 7. system : Software that manages hardware resources and provides services for application programs
- 8. : A utility that reorganises files on a hard disk to improve performance
- 11. : Software designed to perform tasks for the end user, such as word processing or gaming
- 15. : Software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorised access to a computer system
- 17. : A small piece of software used to update or fix problems in an existing program