Across
- 4. High-speed memory built into the CPU
- 6. Security chip used for encryption and system integrity
- 8. The "brain" of the computer that performs instructions
- 9. Core software of the operating system that manages hardware
- 10. Firmware that starts the computer during boot
- 11. Non-volatile storage that uses flash memory
- 12. Heat-based printer commonly used for receipts
- 15. Software that allows the operating system to communicate hardware
Down
- 1. Central circuit board that connects all components
- 2. Powder-based ink used in laser printers
- 3. Converts AC power to DC power for computer components
- 5. Device that converts physical actions into digital signals
- 7. Device that displays visual output from the computer
- 11. Temporary, volatile memory used to story active programs
- 13. The part of the CPU that performs math and logic operations
- 14. Hardware that enables network connectivity