Computer System

3. a mechanical calculator invented by Blaise Pascal
6. The binary digits 0 and 1, which are the basic units of memory, are called
7. an electronic device that can be programmed to accept data (input), process it and generate result (output)
10. 8-bit word is called a
11. also known as volatile memory
12. devices through which control signals are sent to a computer
13. bits are grouped together to form
14. first binary programmable computer based on Von Neumann architecture

1. It stores the copies of the data from frequently accessed primary memory locations, thus, reducing the average time
2. memory is used to store data, instructions and results permanently for future use
4. A 4-bit word is called a
5. referred as the brain of the computer
8. The device that receives data from a computer system for display, physical production, etc
9. also known as non-volatile or permanent memory
12. a CPU can be placed on one or more microchips