Across
- 1. drive: A computer component that uses laser technology to read or write data like CDs
- 4. : A universal character encoding standard that assigns a unique numeric value to every character
- 5. 1 billion bytes
- 7. : A essential firmware pre-installed on a motherboard that initializes hardware and loads the operating system
- 8. To run the instructions of a computer program, script, or command
- 9. : the main circuit board in a computer system
- 13. : The process of converting encoded, compressed, or encrypted data back into its original or usable format
- 14. To harm the computer systems devices or networks
- 16. A 7-bit character encoding standard that represents 128 characters
- 17. A foundational component of a computer's CPU that performs all mathematical calculations and logical operations on binary data
- 18. Sink a passive heat exchanger that transfers heat generated by electronic or mechanical components (like CPUs, GPUs, or power) to a cooling medium, typically air or liquid
- 20. A crucial chipset component on a computer’s motherboard, historically responsible for high-speed communication between the CPU, RAM, and graphics controller
- 21. : A high-speed, durable storage devices that use NAND flash memory rather than moving parts
Down
- 2. A high speed temporary storage layer in computing that can let data to be serve faster
- 3. 1 trillion bytes
- 6. A chipset component on a computer's motherboard that manages lower-speed input/output functions
- 10. System :essential software that manages computer hardware, software resources, and provides common services for computer programs
- 11. The process of sending and receiving data to/from the processor and memory
- 12. :Engineering : the psychological manipulation of people into performing actions or divulging confidential information, such as passwords or bank details
- 15. The delay between a user action and a system response
- 19. To steel your money and get your information