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Kernel
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This is a term
used to refer to the core of the operating system. Most operating systems
have features that might arguably be thought of as applications. Stripped of
these one is left with the kernel.
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Key Logger
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Or keystroke logger
is a piece of software that is used to monitor the key presses of the user.
Spyware software sometimes uses this technology to acquire passwords and
credit card details.
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Keyboard Sniffer
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See key logger.
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Kiosk
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A small
building or enclosed area that houses a computer. It can be used as an
information provision device or as we gravitate towards e-government, a
facility to allow those without a computer to access government services.
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Knowledge Management
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The management
of knowledge within an organisation. Particularly significant in service
based organisations where the company’s principal asset is the knowledge of
their people.
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KM
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See Knowledge
Management.
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Korn Shell
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Korn is a type
of Unix shell. In other words it defines the look and feel of the Unix
operating system. Other popular shells include the Bourne and C shells (not
Sea shells!).
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