ISCC Chapter 6

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Across
  1. 5. Output device that produces audio
  2. 6. Component that converts AC power into usable DC power
  3. 9. Software designed to perform specific user tasks
  4. 10. Software that manages hardware and provides a platform for applications
  5. 12. Input device used to enter text and commands
  6. 16. Temporary memory used for active programs and data
  7. 18. Protective enclosure that houses computer components
  8. 20. Network that connects devices within a limited area
  9. 22. Main circuit board that connects all internal components
  10. 23. A set of instructions that directs computer hardware
  11. 24. Device that converts physical documents into digital form
  12. 26. Remote storage accessed through the internet
  13. 29. Storage device that uses spinning magnetic platters
  14. 30. External connection points for peripherals
Down
  1. 1. Input device used to capture sound
  2. 2. Portable storage device connected through a USB port
  3. 3. Display that also functions as an input device
  4. 4. Skill of typing quickly and accurately
  5. 7. Unit commonly used to measure CPU speed
  6. 8. Physical components of a computer that can be seen and touched
  7. 11. Component used to keep data and programs for future use
  8. 13. Popular operating system developed by Microsoft
  9. 14. Device that produces hard copies of digital documents
  10. 15. Primary visual output device of a computer
  11. 17. Pointing device used to control the cursor
  12. 19. Memory containing permanent startup instructions
  13. 21. Small network connecting personal devices
  14. 25. The brain of the computer responsible for processing instructions
  15. 27. Storage device that uses flash memory and offers faster performance
  16. 28. Mobile operating system commonly used on smartphones