Tech Vocab
Across
- 4. a group of two or more devices or nodes that can communicate
- 6. all the physical parts that make up a computer
- 7. : to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen.
- 9. a word, phrase, or string of characters intended to differentiate an authorized user or process (for the purpose of permitting access) from an unauthorized user,
- 11. is a small handheld input device that controls a computer screen's cursor or pointer in conjunction with the way it is moved on a flat surface
- 15. a type of computer program that is designed to run a computer's hardware and application programs.
- 17. a pre-designed value or setting that is used by a computer software or mobile application when a value or setting is not specified by the program user.
- 18. a visible and moving pointer that the user controls with a mouse, touchpad or similar input device such as a trackball.
- 19. performed to return data that has been lost, stolen or damaged to its original condition or to move data to a new location.
Down
- 1. type of computer program that performs a specific personal, educational, and business function.
- 2. to replace (a window) on a computer display with a small button or icon which will restore the window when selected.
- 3. instructions that tell a computer what to do.
- 5. any application or software that does not need to be bundled with other software or applications, nor does it require anything else to function.
- 8. a type of computer file that contains plain text, i.e., human-readable characters
- 10. a key or combination of keys on a computer keyboard programmed to perform a specific function when pressed.
- 12. Keys an alphanumeric key—sometimes called a hot key or mnemonic—that users can use instead of a pointing device to activate interactive controls
- 13. a storage space, or container, where many files can be placed into groups and organize the computer.
- 14. the access point for programs displayed on the desktop, even if the program is minimized.
- 16. an operating system designed by Microsoft