UNIT 2: "INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF COMPUTER EQUIPMENT", Crossword vocabulary

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Across
  1. 2. A verb meaning to execute, open, or operate a computer program or process.
  2. 4. A dangerous situation where a computer component, like the CPU, becomes too hot due to poor cooling or heavy processing.
  3. 6. High-speed, volatile temporary memory that the computer uses to store data currently in use.
  4. 7. A specialized system of signs, symbols, and rules (like Python or C++) used by programmers to write instructions for computers.
  5. 9. An input peripheral device with keys used to type text, commands, and interact with the computer system.
  6. 10. A phrasal verb meaning to inspect, check, or closely examine a system to see what is wrong with it.
  7. 12. The short, common term for software applications designed to perform specific tasks for users, especially on mobile devices.
  8. 15. An output peripheral device with a screen used to display visual information, video, and graphics from the computer.
  9. 16. A shorter, informal synonym for "repair"; to correct an issue or a bug.
  10. 17. A phrasal verb meaning to organize, resolve, or successfully solve a technical problem.
  11. 18. A noun representing the helpful recommendation, opinion, or guidance given to someone to help them solve a problem.
  12. 20. An adjective describing a piece of hardware that is physically damaged, fractured, or completely non-functional.
  13. 22. The primary magnetic or solid-state storage device used to permanently save data, files, and the operating system.
  14. 24. To value, recognize, or be grateful for a job well done or good assistance received.
  15. 26. The two-letter abbreviation for the main software environment running on a computer (e.g., Windows, Linux).
  16. 27. The technical process of setting up and configuring a new piece of software or hardware on a computer so it is ready to use.
  17. 28. The specific characteristics, capabilities, or tools that a piece of hardware or software offers to the user.
  18. 29. To communicate, control, or work together with a computer system or software interface.
  19. 30. The outer plastic or metal enclosure that protects all the internal components of a computer from dust and damage.
Down
  1. 1. The main printed circuit board inside a computer that connects the CPU, memory, and all other peripherals.
  2. 2. A formal verb meaning to restore a damaged or malfunctioning system back to its proper working condition.
  3. 3. The physical, tangible parts and electrical components of a computer system that you can touch.
  4. 5. An adjective used to describe when two different pieces of hardware or software can work together smoothly without errors.
  5. 8. An internal hardware component that processes and outputs images, videos, and 3D graphics to the display.
  6. 11. The actual verb meaning to give a recommendation or offer professional technical guidance to a user.
  7. 13. An adjective used to describe someone who is highly knowledgeable, clever, and experienced with technology (e.g., tech-______).
  8. 14. The digital programs, scripts, instructions, and data that tell a computer's hardware exactly what to do.
  9. 15. A portable computing machine, like a smartphone or tablet, designed to be easily carried and operated in your hand.
  10. 19. The individual parts or pieces of hardware that make up a whole computer system.
  11. 21. An adjective describing something strange, unusual, or unexpected behavior in a system (e.g., a weird error message).
  12. 23. The core master software that manages all computer hardware, resources, and provides a user interface.
  13. 25. A technical problem, error, fault, or malfunction within a computer system or piece of software.
  14. 30. The acronym for the central processing unit; the "brain" of the computer that executes instructions.