Unscramble basic computer terms from their definitions and build your everyday computer vocabulary.
Computers use a large number of specialised terms. Learning these words helps learners understand instructions, describe computer problems, and communicate clearly about technology. In this activity, each scrambled word is paired with a definition so that you solve it from meaning as well as from letters.
Look at the scrambled letters, read the definition, and type the correct computer term. Select Check Answer to receive feedback. If you are stuck, use Hint to reveal the first letter and the number of letters.
Scrambled: YEKBOARD
Definition: A device with keys used to enter letters, numbers and commands.
Answer: KEYBOARD
12 words. Use the definitions as clues, unscramble the letters, and check each answer.
Definition: A device with keys used to enter letters, numbers and commands into a computer.
Definition: A screen that displays text, pictures, video and other visual information from a computer.
Definition: Programs and instructions that tell a computer what to do.
Definition: The physical parts of a computer that can be touched.
Definition: A program used to access and view websites on the internet.
Definition: The component that carries out instructions and performs many of a computer’s calculations.
Definition: Computer space used to hold data and instructions for processing.
Definition: A device that produces a paper copy of digital text or images.
Definition: A place where digital data can be kept for later use.
Definition: A group of connected computers or devices that can communicate and share resources.
Definition: A worldwide system of interconnected computer networks.
Definition: A pointing device commonly used to move a pointer, click and select items on a screen.
Hardware refers to physical components. Software refers to programs and instructions. Memory helps a computer hold information for processing, while storage keeps data for later use. A browser helps you access websites, and a network connects devices so they can communicate and share resources.
When someone asks you to open a browser, connect to a network, check storage, or use a keyboard, knowing these terms helps you understand exactly what they mean.
| Term | What it means |
|---|---|
| CPU / Processor | Carries out instructions and calculations. |
| Memory | Holds data and instructions used during processing. |
| Storage | Keeps digital data for later use. |
| Browser | Software used to access websites. |
| Network | Connected devices that communicate and share resources. |