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21Kernel (computer science) — In computer science, the kernel is the central component of most computer operating systems (OS). Its responsibilities include managing the system s resources (the communication between hardware and software components). As a basic component of… …
22Citation signal — Introductory signals are used in legal citations to present authorities and show how the authorities relate to propositions in textual statements. A legal writer uses an introductory signal to tell readers how her citation to legal authority… …
23Files-11 — Files 11, also known as on disk structure, is the file system used by Hewlett Packard s OpenVMS operating system, and also (in a simpler form) by the older RSX 11. It is a hierarchical file system, with support for access control lists, record… …
24Ring (computer security) — In computer science, hierarchical protection domains, [Paul A. Karger, Andrew J. Herbert, [http://doi.ieeecomputersociety.org/10.1109/SP.1984.10001 An Augmented Capability Architecture to Support Lattice Security and Traceability of Access] , sp …
25VAX — redirects here. For the brand of vacuum cleaners, see Vax (vacuum). For the author, see Vachss. DEC VAX Manufacturer: Digital Equipment Corporation Byte size: 8 bits (octet) Address bus size: 32 bits Peripheral bus …
26Pilot licensing and certification — Pilot licensing or certification refers to permits to fly aircraft that are issued by the National Aviation Authority (NAA) in each country, establishing that the holder has met a specific set of knowledge and experience requirements. This… …
27Orders, decorations, and medals of the United Kingdom — The British honours system is a means of rewarding individuals personal bravery, achievement, or service to the United Kingdom and the British Overseas Territories. The system consists of three types of award: honours, decorations and medals:… …
28CPU modes — (also called processor modes or CPU privilege levels, and by other names) are operating modes for the central processing unit of some computer architectures that place restrictions on the operations that can be performed by the process currently… …
29Kernel (computing) — A kernel connects the application software to the hardware of a computer In computing, the kernel is the main component of most computer operating systems; it is a bridge between applications and the actual data processing done at the hardware… …
30Task State Segment — The Task State Segment is a special x86 structure which holds information about a task. It is used by the operating system kernel for task management. Specifically, the following information is stored in the TSS:* Processor register state * I/O… …
