Internal Computer Parts and Binary Code

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Across
  1. 3. Short-term memory of a computer. Stores temporary data
  2. 7. Sequence of steps that a computer follows to receive input, process input, produce output, store results.
  3. 9. Component responsible for generating and recording audio.
  4. 10. Which phase of the computer processing cycle produces output in human, readable form?
  5. 14. Which phase of the computer processing cycle stores the processed data/output onto devices?
  6. 16. A group of eight bits, which can represent a single character like a letter or number.
  7. 17. Which phase of the computer processing cycle processes input to perform specific tasks?
  8. 18. A fine mesh screen placed over a computer case's intake vents to block dust, pet hair, and debris from entering the system.
Down
  1. 1. Supplies power to the computer.
  2. 2. Provides connectivity to a network.
  3. 4. Large circuit board in a computer that connects all parts and lets them talk to each other.
  4. 5. The brains of the computer-receives and executes instructions.
  5. 6. A group of four bits (half a byte)
  6. 8. Which phase of the computer processing cycle gathers data from the outside world?
  7. 11. Component that enables a device to connect to a wireless network.
  8. 12. Used to cool CPUs and GPUs.
  9. 13. Hardware component that enhances graphics quality of computers.
  10. 15. Long-term storage-typically stores software.
  11. 16. A single digit in a binary number is called