anatomy of a computer

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Across
  1. 3. lets the processor communicate with the PC’s peripherals.
  2. 4. The CPU stores temporary information,such as data relating to open programs,in___
  3. 7. is also known as a COM (communications) port.
  4. 11. If you have an older printer or scanner, you probably connect the device to the _____________
  5. 13. It funnels power through the multicolored cables to each device.
Down
  1. 1. Many peripherals, such as MP3 players, modern printers,and PDAs (personal digital assistants) require ___ connections.
  2. 2. if you want better sound quality, you can buy a ____________
  3. 5. the link between all the different components inside your computer
  4. 6. You can use ________ to connect many different types of peripherals, including digital cameras and digital video cameras.
  5. 8. is a hardware bus used for adding internal components to a desktop computer
  6. 9. houses your graphics card, which supplies the image to the monitor.
  7. 10. is the brain that carries out your computer’s instructions.
  8. 12. Although some newer mice and keyboards include USB cables, most require ____ ports.