Computer Architecture

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Across
  1. 2. Step where CPU interprets instruction meaning.
  2. 6. Storage for data and instructions.
  3. 7. Timing signal that synchronizes computer operations.
  4. 8. Architecture model with shared memory for data & instructions.
  5. 9. Small, fast storage inside the CPU.
  6. 11. Numeric label that identifies a memory location.
  7. 12. The first stage of instruction execution cycle.
  8. 14. CPU unit that performs arithmetic and logic operations.
Down
  1. 1. Storage for data and instructions.
  2. 3. Step where CPU carries out the operation.
  3. 4. Pathway that transfers data between components.
  4. 5. Technique allowing overlapping instruction execution stages.
  5. 7. Unit that directs execution of instructions.
  6. 10. High-speed memory storing frequently used data.
  7. 13. The brain of the computer.