Across
- 4. A solid-state storage system that contains only flash memory drives rather than traditional spinning magnetic hard disk drives.
- 11. Hardware that allows a computer to connect to a network.
- 15. Data storage system that uses only flash-based SSDs for persistent storage.
- 17. Standard physical interface used to connect storage devices, such as HDDs and SSDs, to a computer's motherboard.
- 18. A cable/connection used to transmit video to a display/monitor.
- 21. A text-based interface where users type commands (like Command Prompt).
- 22. A flat-screen display technology used in monitors and TVs.
- 23. A medium-sized version of ports or cards.
- 24. A type of memory card used for data storage.
- 25. A processor that handles graphics, images, and videos.
- 26. A type of firmware used to provide runtime services for operating systems and programs and to perform hardware initialization during the booting process.
Down
- 1. A malicious program that spreads and can damage or disrupt computers.
- 2. Permanent memory that stores essential startup instructions.
- 3. A storage device that uses spinning disks to store data.
- 5. A standard for connecting storage devices like HDDs and SSDs.
- 6. A wired networking technology used to connect devices to the internet or a local network.
- 7. A file system used by Windows to organize and store data.
- 8. A fast storage device with no moving parts.
- 9. The primary component (or "brain") of a computer that interprets and executes instructions from software and hardware
- 10. An older video connection standard for monitors.
- 12. A common connection used for data transfer and power.
- 13. Refers to a smaller version of ports or cards.
- 14. Temporary memory that stores data currently being used.
- 16. A cable that carries both audio and video in high quality.
- 19. A part of the CPU that directs and coordinates all computer operations.
- 20. A system that combines multiple drives to improve performance or data safety.
