Across
- 2. A computers short term memory
- 6. Performs mathematical calculations at a high speed
- 7. To convert electric current from a source to the correct voltage, current and frequency to power the board
- 9. supplementary memory system that temporarily stores frequently used instructions and data for quicker processing by the central processing unit (CPU) of a computer
- 10. Connects devices to your home network and internet
- 13. Peripheral devices are not essential to the functioning of a computer, but they enhance its functionality. These devices can be input devices, output devices, or both.
- 16. Used to select items on the screen and to your computer to perform tasks
- 17. an input device used to enter characters and functions into the computer system by pressing buttons, or keys
- 18. A type of computer that stores permanent data and instructions for the device to start up
- 19. Allows devices to communicate with each other without cables or wires
Down
- 1. A long life and non volatile storage chip that is widely used in embedded systems
- 3. The largest printed circuit board in a machines chassis
- 4. A device that converts electrical signals into sound waves
- 5. Connects your devices to the internet by converting signals between your devices and your internet service provider (ISP)
- 8. Used to turn physical documents or images into digital files
- 11. The physical device that stores data on a computer
- 12. replace traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) in computers and perform the same basic functions as a hard drive
- 14. A device that prints documents and images onto paper or other materials
- 15. central processing unit is the main part of a computer that controls how it operates
- 16. An output device that displays information being processed in a computer