Definitions

2. One (sound) sample per second;
3. A structured/organised set/collection of data // A (persistent) store/file of structured/organised data;
6. controls / manages / runs the computer//enables the computer to function//manages the computer hardware / application software//provides a platform for other software / provides a platform to run application software;
7. A database with multiple tables; that are linked together // that reference each other;
11. (Malware is a blanket/umbrella term for) computer software/program/code; with malicious/hostile/intrusive intent;
12. The processes / practices / technologies / measures designed to protect networks / computers / programs / data; from attack / damage / unauthorised access;
13. Single point in an image;//Smallest (addressable) part / bit of an image//
15. A computer system with a dedicated/specific purpose or function; built in to a physical product/device/machine;
17. The number of bits per sample
18. A field in one table; that is a primary key in another table;

1. retains data when power is lost / does not lose its contents when power is lost;
2. Physical / electrical / electronic Component(s) / part(s) / element (of a computer system);
4. The art of manipulating people so they give up confidential information.
5. program / code / instructions (executed by / controls the operation of the hardware);
8. A sequence / series of steps / instructions; (that can be followed) to complete a task / to solve a problem;
9. for (end) user tasks;
10. (A set of) rules; that allow devices / networks to communicate / transfer data;
14. Removing unnecessary detail/information/data from the problem/task;
16. a group/collection/number of computers; A. devices (that contain CPUs) connected/linked together;