IT Crossword

4. Output devices that produce sound from the computer.
8. A digital information unit equal to about one billion bytes.
9. A set of rules that defines how data is transmitted and received over a network.
12. A structured collection of data that can be easily accessed, managed and updated.
13. A computer or system that provides data or services to other computers over a network.
15. A storage device used to store data permanently, including the operating system, applications and files.
16. An input device that allows the user to point, click and interact with the computer's graphical interface.
18. The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
19. Random Access Memory, a type of temporary storage that holds data and programs currently being used by the CPU.
20. A connection point on a computer used for plugging in devices like flash drives, keyboards, and mice.

1. Software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
2. A security system that protects a network or system from unauthorized access.
3. The Central Processing Unit, often called the "brain" of the computer, responsible for carrying out instructions from programs.
5. An input device that allows the user to type text and commands into the computer.
6. The physical components of a computer system (such as the monitor, keyboard and motherboard)
7. The main circuit board in a computer that connects all the components and allows them to communicate.
10. A temporary storage area that holds frequently accessed data for quick retrieval.
11. A step-by-step set of instructions used to solve a problem or perform a task.
14. A piece of data that is used to verify the identity of a user or process.
17. A display screen that shows visual output from the computer.