ALU CPU component that performs arithmetic and logic operations CACHE High-speed memory located close to the CPU REGISTERS Small, fast memory locations inside the CPU ADDRESS BUS Bus that carries memory addresses ROM Non-volatile memory storing boot i

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  1. 2. IMAGES — Images stored as a grid of pixels
  2. 3. — Language for managing databases
  3. 4. SENSOR — Sensor measuring heat
  4. 6. — Data structure storing multiple items in a single variable
  5. 8. — Logic gate outputting 1 when inputs differ
  6. 9. — Logic gate outputting opposite of input
  7. 11. MEMORY — Using storage as additional RAM
  8. 12. — Volatile memory for active data
  9. 15. — CPU component that performs arithmetic and logic operations
  10. 16. ADDRESS — Unique network identifier (e.g., 192.168.1.1)
  11. 18. — Solid-state storage using flash memory
  12. 22. — Smallest unit of data
  13. 23. SEARCH — Searching algorithm that checks each item in order
  14. 24. DISK DRIVE — Magnetic storage device with spinning platters
  15. 26. — Sensor used in anti-lock braking systems
  16. 29. — Non-volatile memory storing boot instructions
  17. 30. COMPLEMENT — Method for representing negative binary numbers
  18. 31. BUS — Bus that carries memory addresses
  19. 32. — Logic gate outputting 1 only if both inputs are 1
  20. 33. — Binary system where each denary digit uses 4 bits
  21. 34. SORT — Sorting algorithm that repeatedly swaps adjacent items
  22. 35. — Small, fast memory locations inside the CPU
Down
  1. 1. — Character set using 7 bits per character
  2. 2. — Optical disc format with higher capacity than DVD
  3. 3. TRANSMISSION — Sending one bit at a time
  4. 5. KEY — Unique identifier for database records
  5. 7. — Step-by-step procedure for solving a problem
  6. 10. — Maximum data transfer rate of a network
  7. 12. — Device directing data packets between networks
  8. 13. — High-speed memory located close to the CPU
  9. 14. — Base-16 number system
  10. 17. — Input devices measuring physical quantities
  11. 18. — Programming construct for decision-making
  12. 19. — Number system using only 0 and 1
  13. 20. CONTROLLED LOOP — Loop that repeats a fixed number of times
  14. 21. — Output device converting electricity to linear motion
  15. 25. SYSTEM — Specialised computer within a larger device
  16. 27. VEHICLE — Vehicle that navigates without a human driver
  17. 28. — Logic gate outputting 1 if at least one input is 1
  18. 33. — Unit of data consisting of 8 bits