Across
- 2. Powers the whole system with cables that connect to each component
- 5. A port used to connect older mice and keyboards, is slower than USB and firewire ports
- 7. Prevents the CPU from overheating
- 8. Transfers data to the PC's peripherals
- 9. Often integrated into motherboards however, if the motherboard does not have one or you wish to upgrade you can purchase one.
- 12. A port used to connect older printers and scanners
Down
- 1. Directs data to and from components
- 2. A port used to connect most newer mice and keyboards
- 3. Transfer data, and sometimes power, to peripherals
- 4. Carries out the computer's instructions
- 6. Allows the processor to communicate with the PC's peripherals
- 10. Where the GPU is installed
- 11. Temporary information storage
