Across
- 5. The main circuit board that connects and manages communication between all computer components.
- 6. A network security device or software that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules.
- 7. The primary component of a computer that processes instructions and runs applications.
- 8. A UEFI firmware feature that prevents unauthorized operating systems and malware from loading during the startup process.
- 10. The delivery of computing services—including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and analytics—over the internet (“the cloud”) to provide flexible resources, faster innovation, and economies of scale.
- 12. Specialized software programs that enable communication between an operating system and hardware devices, allowing the system to recognize and properly control components like printers, graphics cards, and network adapters.
- 14. The process of identifying, diagnosing, and resolving problems or issues within a system, device, or application to restore normal functionality and performance.
Down
- 1. The temporary memory in a computer which gives applications a place to store and access data on a short-term basis.
- 2. program that allows centralized configuration of users and computers within Active Directory.
- 3. A thermal component that dissipates heat away from electronic components like CPUs.
- 4. The default file management application in Windows that allows users to browse, open, and organize files.
- 9. A component that uses flash memory for faster data access and reliability compared to HDDs.
- 11. A secret string of characters used to verify a user's identity and grant access to systems, applications, or data, serving as a fundamental method of authentication and security.
- 13. Firmware used to perform hardware initialization and provide runtime services for operating systems.