Computer Basics

2. Wireless communication over short distances.
6. Allows your computer to communicate over a network and access the Internet.
7. open source OS
9. The brain of the computer which carries out commands. The CPU.
10. short term memory
13. Microsoft OS
16. Manages the computer's memory and processes, as well as all of its software and hardware. It also allows you to communicate with the computer without knowing how to speak the computer's language.
18. Apple operating system for macs
20. Handheld computer that uses a touch-sensitive screen for typing and navigation
22. Converts the power from the wall outlet to the type of power needed by the computer.
23. iPhone operating system
24. long term storage, SSDs are replacing these

1. The main circuit board in a computer
3. Cell phone that functions like a computer
4. Different types of devices that plug into the extra ports on your computer.
5. Can only be modified by the company that owns it.
7. Battery-powered computer that are more portable than desktops, allowing you to use them almost anywhere.
8. The computer monitor works with this inside of a computer
11. Google’s operating system for mobile devices
12. short of operating system
14. the programs, apps, and computer code on a computer
15. Responsible for what you hear in the speakers or headphones.
17. A computer that serves up information to other computers on a network.
19. Can be modified and distributed by anyone around the world.
21. the physical part of a computer