Across
- 1. An umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to wreak havoc on a computer.
- 3. Set of programs and routines that allow the computer to perform certain tasks.
- 5. Is a data storage device that uses a magnetic recording system to store and retrieve digital files.
- 7. It is a unit of measurement of the frequency.
- 9. It is an input device or peripheral, which uses a system of stitches or margins, to act as mechanical levers or electronic switches that send all the information to the computer.
- 11. Computer device that is operated with one hand and allows you to direct the movement of the pointer on the screen to transmit various commands.
- 13. A tool that allows the user to remain anonymous while using the internet by masking the location and encrypting traffic.
- 17. The process of encoding data to prevent theft by ensuring the data can only be accessed with a key.
- 18. Set of data belonging to the same context and systematically stored for later use.
- 20. A form of malware that deliberately prevents you from accessing files on your computer – holding your data hostage.
- 21. Is a magnetic type data storage medium.
Down
- 1. It is a printed circuit board to which the components that make up the computer are connected.
- 2. Type of optical disc for data storage.
- 4. Computer main memory, where programs and data reside.
- 6. It is a mass storage device that uses flash memory to store the information you may require.
- 8. Problem in a computer program or software system.
- 10. Removable flash memory card used to store digital information, such as programs and files.
- 12. Peripheral computer output device that enables a permanent range of texts or graphics to be produced from documents stored in an electronic format to physical media.
- 14. A technique used by hackers to obtain sensitive information.
- 15. Electronic device used to reproduce digital files with this compression format
- 16. It is a similar technology from the aspect of the connection
- 19. A defensive technology designed to keep the bad guys out.
