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Across
  1. 3. The brain of the computer where most calculations take place.
  2. 5. Devices connected to a system unit.
  3. 8. A device that displays information visually.
  4. 9. The basic input/output system of a computer, stored in ROM.
  5. 11. Disk An old storage device used in computers.
  6. 13. The largest and most powerful type of computer.
  7. 15. A small, portable computer usually smaller than a laptop.
  8. 16. Sink A component that dissipates heat from the processor.
  9. 18. A program designed to protect your computer from malicious software.
  10. 19. A type of card or circuit board that allows additional features in a computer system.
Down
  1. 1. A special memory chip that stores startup information for the computer.
  2. 2. Slots Additional slots on a motherboard for adding expansion cards.
  3. 4. A type of computer larger than a microcomputer but smaller than a mainframe.
  4. 6. The main circuit board of a computer.
  5. 7. A device used for entering data into a computer.
  6. 8. A pointing device that controls the pointer on the screen.
  7. 10. The main memory used by a computer to store data temporarily.
  8. 12. System A type of software that serves as an interface between the user and the hardware.
  9. 14. A word or phrase that protects your computer or a document from unauthorized access.
  10. 17. A digital input device with buttons and often a ball on top.