Computer Hardware and Software
Across
- 2. The type of software that is owned, licensed and controlled by owners.
- 8. A type of software that manages a computer and tells the hardware how to work together
- 14. A hardware device at the center of a computers function, that processes inputs and performs calculations
- 15. A device used to store information long term. Stores information without power being constantly applied.
- 16. A device that allows your computer to communicate with other computers through the internet
- 17. A form of malicious software, where an entity takes over control of your device until you pay them.
- 18. An output device used to amplify sounds.
- 19. The newest port type that allows the greatest speed of information transfer.
- 20. A hardware input device that allows you to enter data into a computer. Mechanical versions of these are making a resurgence.
- 22. When individuals can access and edit source code, a program is consider free _____ ______ software.
- 24. A device measured with an optical drive that stores audio and visual information concurrently.
Down
- 1. The device that made mobile computing the most accessible, created by Apple.
- 3. An output device that produces a hard copy of information from the computer
- 4. A network of computers around the world that allows the sharing and access of information through websites.
- 5. A hardware storage device that holds information temporarily to aid functionality.
- 6. The shortened version of light emitting diode.
- 7. An output device used to display visual components, old tech includes Cathode Ray Tube and Liquid Crystal Displays..
- 9. A processing device that is designed to deal with the visual/graphical outputs of a computer to a monitor
- 10. The shortened name for software that has specific function or tasks.
- 11. An input device that can provide visual input for the computer, used for stills or video collection.
- 12. A form of malicious software that replicates within a computer and then shares itself to other devices.
- 13. A hardware processing device that is responsible for sending directions to other pieces of hardware in order to run software or process inputs
- 15. Piece(s) of metal attached to various internal components of a computer to allow for the transfer of energy to surrounding air.
- 18. Shortened version for solid state drive.
- 21. A battery takes ________ current from the wall and converts it into a direct current signal that the computer can use for power and processing
- 23. The type of hard drive that uses magnetism and a spinning disc to store data.