Definitions
Across
- 3. a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.
- 5. The Domain Name System
- 6. a part of a computer system or network that is designed to block unauthorized access while permitting outward communication.
- 10. a defined structure for the processing, storage, or display of data.
- 11. is used in a number of image file formats.
- 12. a system for connecting a number of computer systems to form a local area network, with protocols to control the passing of information and to avoid simultaneous transmission by two or more systems.
Down
- 1. a general-purpose computer programming language designed to produce programs that will run on any computer system.
- 2. a system of words, letters, figures, or other symbols substituted for other words, letters, etc., especially for the purposes of secrecy.
- 4. The arrow that clicks on stuff inside the computer
- 7. the most effective way to achieve data security
- 8. a web page set as the default or start-up page on a browser.
- 9. a unit of information equal to one billion (109) or, strictly, 230 bits.