Computers 2

4. a secure and private connection over a public network, often used for remote access or increased privacy
5. the process of converting information or data into a code or cipher to secure it from unauthorized access
7. the buying and selling of goods or services over the internet
10. a storage device that uses flash memory to store data, providing faster access speeds compared to traditional hard drives
11. programs or applications that run on computers or other devices, controlling their functionalities
13. information in various formats, such as text, images, or numbers, that can be processed or analyzed by computers
15. the output device that displays visual information from a computer
16. a web address that identifies the location of a specific web page or resource
17. software used to access and browse the internet, displaying web pages and allowing users to navigate websites
18. physical components or devices of a technological system, such as computers, processors, or routers

1. the central processing unit (CPU) of a computer that performs calculations and executes instructions
2. a small piece of data stored on a user's computer by a website, used to track and personalize user experiences
3. the temporary storage area in a computer that holds data and instructions currently in use
4. malicious software that replicates itself and infects computer systems, causing harm or disruptions
6. temporary storage used to store frequently accessed data or web page elements for faster retrieval
8. software designed to damage or infiltrate computer systems, often with malicious intent
9. the temporary memory used by a computer to store data and program instructions while they are being actively accessed
12. a security measure that filters network traffic to protect against unauthorized access or attacks
14. a set of instructions or rules followed by computers to solve specific problems or perform tasks