Across
- 3. Synchronizes operations in CPU
- 5. Physical components of a computer system
- 6. Communication pathway between components
- 7. Main circuit board connecting all components
- 11. Software that manages hardware and software resources
- 16. Temporary memory that stores data currently in use
- 17. The transformation of data into information
- 18. Software embedded into hardware
- 19. Component of CPU that performs arithmetic and logic operations
- 20. Smallest sequence of programmed instructions
- 22. Technique to improve CPU performance
- 23. Smallest unit of data in computing
- 25. Text-based interface for interacting with OS
- 28. An electronic device that processes data into meaningful information
- 29. Process of starting a computer system
- 30. Handles graphical processing tasks
Down
- 1. Non-volatile memory storing firmware instructions
- 2. Programs and instructions executed by hardware
- 3. Brain of the computer responsible for processing instructions
- 4. Small storage location within CPU
- 6. Consists of 8 bits
- 8. Software that allows OS to communicate with hardware
- 9. Processed data that is meaningful
- 10. High-speed memory located close to CPU
- 11. Devices that present processed results
- 12. Graphical user interface using icons and windows
- 13. Component used to save data permanently or temporarily
- 14. External device connected to a computer
- 15. Means of interaction between user and system
- 21. Raw facts and figures before processing
- 24. Core part of an operating system
- 25. Directs operations within the CPU
- 26. Running multiple processes simultaneously
- 27. Devices used to enter data into a system