Across
- 2. a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly.
- 3. is the abbreviation for central processing unit.
- 4. is a common interface that enables communication between devices and a host controller such as a personal computer.
- 7. is a polycarbonate with one or more metal layers capable of storing digital information.
- 8. any information that has been processed by and sent out from a computer or similar device is considered?
- 10. a panel of keys that operate a computer or typewriter.
- 12. is a device that accepts text and graphic output from a computer and transfers the information to paper.
- 13. a device that converts analog audio signals into the equivalent air vibrations in order to make audible sound.
- 16. is a computer network that spans a relatively small area.
- 20. rope-like bunch of wires used to connect two things.
- 22. the programs and other operating information used by a computer.
- 23. is a brand name given by Intel Corp.
- 24. is a standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.
- 25. allows a user organization to avoid toll charges for long distance calls.
- 26. is the enclosure that contains most of the components of a computer.
- 27. the machines, wiring, and other physical components of a computer or other electronic system.
- 28. is a separate viewing area on a computer display screen in a system that allows multiple viewing areas as part of a graphical user interface.
- 31. are found on keyboards often referred to as a multimedia keyboard.
- 33. an instrument or device used for observing, checking, or keeping a continuous record of a process or quantity.
- 36. a set of computer instructions in firmware that control input and output operations.
- 37. are slightly larger than conventional floppy disks, and about twice as thick.
- 38. is the faster serial version of the parallel ATA (PATA) interface.
Down
- 1. refers to the copying and archiving of computer data so it may be used to restore the original after a data loss event.
- 2. is a networking device that forwards data packets between computer networks.
- 5. is the technology used for displays in notebook and other smaller computers.
- 6. is a machine (mostly electronic) that is able to take information (input), do some work on or make changes to the information (process)
- 9. is the process of replacing a product with a newer version of the same product.
- 11. it is the standard monitor or display interface used in most PCs.
- 14. is a computer video display in which each pixel on the screen is illuminated by a tiny bit of plasma or charged gas, somewhat like a tiny neon light.
- 15. a large high-speed computer, especially one supporting numerous workstations or peripherals.
- 17. a rigid non removable magnetic disk with a large data storage capacity.
- 18. a vertical computer cabinet.
- 19. is a computer networking device that connects devices together on a computer network.
- 21. is a small chip that resides in computers and other electronic devices.
- 29. is a section of the hard drive that is separated from other segments.
- 30. is a cursor control device used in computer games and assistive technology.
- 32. is any fan inside, or attached to, a computer case used for active cooling, and may refer to fans that draw cooler air into the case from the outside, expel warm air from inside, or move air across a heat sink to cool a particular component.
- 33. is a pointing device (hand control) that detects two-dimensional motion relative to a surface.
- 34. put (data) into a computer.
- 35. recognition is a computer software program or hardware device with the ability to decode the human voice.