Computer Terms

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Across
  1. 2. an internal timing device that synchronizes all operations by generating a constant stream of pulses, or "ticks"
  2. 4. a component of the computer's central processing unit (CPU) that directs and coordinates all other parts of the system
  3. 5. a computer's short-term memory that temporarily stores data for quick access by the processor
  4. 7. brain of a computer
  5. 10. the smallest unit of digital information in a computer, representing a single binary value of either 0 or 1.
  6. 12. a very small, high-speed storage location within a computer's central processing unit (CPU) used to temporarily hold data for immediate processing
  7. 14. chipset that controls the flow of data between the CPU and other parts of the computer
  8. 15. a small, high-speed temporary memory that stores frequently accessed data to speed up future requests, improving overall system performance
  9. 16. a fundamental digital circuit within a computer's CPU that performs all arithmetic and logical operations on binary data
  10. 18. a numerical system that uses only two digits, 0 and 1, to represent all data and instructions.
  11. 19. the basic unit of digital information in computing, consisting of eight bits.
  12. 20. a computer hardware device that stores digital data, such as the operating system, applications, and user files like photos and documents
Down
  1. 1. a small piece of firmware on a computer's motherboard that contains the initial instructions to start up the computer
  2. 3. a computer component that reads and writes data to and from optical discs like CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays using a laser
  3. 6. the main printed circuit board (PCB) in a computer that connects all its essential components, acting as the system's central communication hub
  4. 8. a device that converts high-voltage AC power from a wall outlet into low-voltage, regulated DC power for its internal components
  5. 9. chipset that controls the flow of data between the CPU and RAM and GPU
  6. 11. a specialized electronic circuit that handles graphics and image processing by performing mathematical calculations at high speed
  7. 13. a passive heat exchanger in a computer that dissipates heat from components like the CPU or GPU by drawing heat away and releasing it into the air
  8. 17. a microscopic electronic switch or amplifier that acts as the fundamental building block of computer chips