Across
- 3. The __________ between hardware and software means that decisions made in one area can significantly impact the other.
- 5. It is the component that processes data using arithmetic and logic and communicates with memory and devices through buses.
- 7. It refers to how the system is actually built, including wiring, layout, and connections.
- 10. These are small, high-speed storage areas inside the CPU that hold data and instructions temporarily.
Down
- 1. It fetches instructions from memory, decodes them, and sends control signals to coordinate CPU operations.
- 2. It is essential for temporary storage of data during processing and permanent storage of information.
- 4. It is like the blueprint of a computer system, describing what the processor can do.
- 6. It includes the operating system and applications that allow user interaction and system functionality.
- 8. A common language for microprocessor programming that provides low-level control of the hardware.
- 9. It serves as the bridge between hardware and higher-level software.