Computer Hardware

2. data that is entered into the computer with input devices
4. To manipulate or calculate data
10. The results of processed data
11. uses magnetic waves to read and store information permanently
12. Also known as a video card.The piece of computer hardware which produces the images you see on your monitor.
13. The physical, touchable parts of the computer
15. The place where data is held when it is not needed for processing

1. A programmable machine capable of receiving Input, Processing, Storage and Output
3. a program designed to run other programs on a computer. Responsible for managing both software and hardware resources.
5. A type of hard drive with no moving parts, it saves and reads with electrical waves
6. Non-touchable programs in a computer
7. The brain of the computer,
8. where all the other devices in your computer such as the processor, memory, hard disk, and CD/DVD drives are connected
9. Any hardware device connected to the computer that expands the computer’s input, output and storage capabilities
14. Short term memory. Holds the data while it is being processed. Dumps the data when the computer shuts down