Across
- 3. this type of memory is permanent and saved on the hard drive
- 6. job-specific high-speed wire used to communicate the processor with other components
- 7. overseer of the CPU
- 8. information that gets returned by the computer
- 10. A machine that can quickly complete a vast number of extremely simple tasks.
- 11. this type of bus carries data back and forth
- 12. Stores data which is virtual information only accessible with a computer
- 15. arithmetic and logic operations are processed here
- 16. data we give to our computers
- 18. printed circuit board that houses important hardware components via ports
- 20. 0's and 1's
- 21. used to store either temporary or permanent information
- 24. limited space, high-speed memory that the CPU can use for quick processing
- 25. comprised of the translation of input and the instructions given for output
Down
- 1. this type of bus carries a specific address in memory and are unidirectional
- 2. A way for computers all around the world to communicate with each other
- 4. Making sure the information is communicated and stored safely and securely – only the right people should have access to it
- 5. type of input device
- 7. "brain of the computer"
- 9. physical outlet used to connect outside, IO (Input/Output) devices to a computer.
- 13. Are organized sets of instructions that utilize the computer’s hardware to complete predefined tasks.
- 14. responsible for the long-term, or secondary storage of data and programs
- 17. type of output device
- 19. fast and temporary memory
- 22. a mouse being clicked
- 23. this type of bus carries the control signals to the other components and are unidirectional
- 26. the use of technology to organize, store, share, and process information.