Computer Crossword Puzzle

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Across
  1. 3. the alphanumeric keys or buttons used to input data [QWERTY = 1st 6 keys]
  2. 5. n. the programs, routines etc for a computer, not the hardware
  3. 6. binary digit, the basic binary unit for storing data, either 0 or 1 - see byte
  4. 7. device that converts data to a form that can be transmitted by telephone etc operating system n. software that communicates with hardware, enabling applications to run
  5. 9. What You See Is What You Get [data prints out exactly as on the screen]
  6. 10. a program dedicated to a specific task [eg: word processing, graphics etc]
  7. 12. an area in memory used for temporary storage [eg: rapid input from keyboard]
  8. 13. part of a computer for (temporary) storing of data - see ram
  9. 15. the surface area of the visual display unit on which the image is formed
  10. 16. random access memory [it goes away when one switches off]
Down
  1. 1. disk n. fixed, magnetic disc inside a PC for (permanent) storing of data
  2. 2. the mechanical and electronic parts of a computer, not the software input n. data entered into a computer (by keyboard, floppy disk etc) - also v.
  3. 4. data delivered by a computer (by printer, screen etc) - also v.
  4. 8. software that contains coded instructions to control a computer - also v.
  5. 11. equipment linked to a computer [eg: printer, scanner, modem, mouse etc]
  6. 12. 8 bits - kilobyte (approx. 1,000 bytes), megabyte (1 million), gigabyte (1 billion)
  7. 14. electronic mail; system of sending messages through the internet; e-mail