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2. essential system software that manages computer hardware, software resources, and provides common services for computer programs
5. the main printed circuit board (PCB) in a computer, acting as the central hub and backbone that connects, powers, and facilitates communication between all hardware components
6. the primary, "brain-like" component of a computer that executes instructions, performs calculations, and manages data flow between components
10. a computer or computer program that manages access to a centralized resource or service in a network.
11. a non-volatile, physical data storage device in computers used to permanently store operating systems, applications, and user files
12. a computer's high-speed, volatile, short-term data storage, allowing the processor to quickly access, read, and write information for active programs

1. a widely adopted, industry-standard technology for connecting, communicating, and powering computers and peripheral devices
3. network of physical objects—"things"—embedded with sensors, software, and technologies that connect and exchange data with other devices over the internet
4. a unique numerical label assigned to every device—such as computers, smartphones, and routers—connected to a network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication
7. a global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities, consisting of interconnected networks using standardized communication protocols.
8. external hardware devices that connect to a computer to expand its capabilities, such as input (mouse, keyboard), output (monitor, printer)
9. the physical components of a computer, such as the motherboard, processor, memory, storage drives, and other devices.