Computer Acronyms_AM

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Across
  1. 2. Firmware found in a motherboard to start the system
  2. 4. Interface for connecting peripherals to a computer
  3. 5. Data Storage that combines drives to improve performance
  4. 6. Video display interface to connect a video source to device display
  5. 9. Interface that is text-based, users interact with the computer by typing
  6. 11. Storage device that uses spinning disks to read data
  7. 13. Hardware that connects computers to a network
  8. 16. Type of memory that is used for temporary data storage while other programs run
  9. 18. Primary components of a computer that processes instructions
  10. 20. A file system that supports large files and other advanced features
  11. 22. Flat panel display that is commonly used in monitors and TVs
  12. 25. Built in framework that hosts management tools (snap-ins)
Down
  1. 1. Malicious software designed to damage/harm your computer
  2. 3. Interface for connecting storage devices
  3. 7. Digital interface for transmitting high definition media
  4. 8. Storage device that uses flash memory and has no moving parts
  5. 10. System for connecting computer with a LAN (local area network)
  6. 12. Attachment Device that connects storage devices(e.x hard drives) to computers
  7. 14. A prefix meaning the smallest or minimum size
  8. 15. Specialized circuit to process and render images, videos etc.
  9. 17. Part of the CPU that is responsible for controlling the data. Also known as the “brain”
  10. 19. Part of the CPU that can perform logical and arithmetic operations
  11. 21. A prefix meaning very small
  12. 23. Type of memory that permanently stores data
  13. 24. Video display used in monitors