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EMULATORSPrograms that let computers run software written for other systems
ALGORITHMEncoded problem-solving procedure (maybe it's time we let computers think for themselves, though? I dunno, just an idea)
APPROVERSThey sanction software written about moon transport (9)
ANTENNAAlso called an aerial, it's a component of radio (and many other) systems that directs incoming and outgoing radio waves. (7)
MASTERCONTROLLEROverseer of all other systems
TABLETSSmall computers run in lab test (7)
SATNAVUsing GPS or other system, an abbreviated name for a digital mapping device such as a TomTom or Garmin (6)
CODEComputers run on it
MACOSWhat Apple computers run on
CALENDARWord for a book of accounts due on the first day of a Roman month originally, later an almanac, chart, diary or other system of divisions of the year (8)
BOTSSoftware programs that do automated tasks
BLOATWAREPrograms that come with your computer that you never use and slow it down
SHAREWAREComputer programs that are distributed for free on a trial basis
BOOBYPASSESPermits that let fools rush in?
NARGHILESPipes that let the ash linger
ARCADEGAMESMachines that let you die happy?
THISTLEThe opposite of that let out? It's a prickly one (7)
XRAYSPictures that let doctors see inside patients: Hyph.
ATMSItems that let you make bank deposits without a teller: Abbr.
ACTSOFGODCreative performances that let insurer go free? (4,2,3)