Computer Hardware and Software

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