Across
- 2. pointing device used to move a cursor on the screen and interact with elements in a graphical user interface.
- 3. device that allows two incompatible devices or systems to work together by converting data or electrical signals.
- 5. numeral system that uses only two digits, 0 and 1, to represent data in computers.
- 8. The process of converting data into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access.
- 10. The directory or location in a file system where a file or folder is stored.
- 11. Visual elements, such as images, animations, and videos, created and displayed by a computer.
- 13. small graphic symbol representing a program, file, or function in a computer interface.
- 15. model of data storage and computing that allows access to files and services over the internet, rather than locally on a device.
- 16. system used to send, receive, and store electronic messages over the internet.
- 19. The action of restoring a system to its default or initial settings, often by restarting.
- 20. blueprint or structure of a database that defines how data is organized and how relationships among data are handled.
- 21. The process of installing new software versions or patches to improve functionality or fix bugs.
- 22. device that connects two different networks and facilitates communication between them.
Down
- 1. The main circuit board in a computer, containing the CPU, memory, and essential components for communication between hardware.
- 4. hardware component used for storing data, such as a hard drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD).
- 6. The data or commands entered into a computer, typically through a keyboard, mouse, or other devices.
- 7. device that detects and responds to physical properties like temperature, motion, or light, converting them into digital data.
- 9. small, fast storage area that stores frequently used data to speed up processing.
- 11. framework of intersecting horizontal and vertical lines used for organizing and displaying content, commonly in databases or user interfaces.
- 12. software application that allows users to access and view websites on the internet, such as Google Chrome or Firefox.
- 14. An electronic device that processes data, stores information, and performs various tasks according to instructions.
- 15. The action of pressing a mouse button to select or interact with an item on a computer screen.
- 17. The process of identifying and fixing errors or bugs in a program or system.
- 18. rectangular area on a screen used to display information from a program or application.
- 19. It is a temporary storage that stores data and instructions currently in use by a computer's processor.