De kernel
Example: De kernel van het besturingssysteem beheert alle hardwarebronnen efficiënt.
Definition
The "kernel" is the core component of an operating system that manages hardware resources and allows software to communicate with the hardware efficiently, ensuring stable and secure system operation.
Etymology
The word "kernel" originates from the Old English word 'cyrnel,' meaning a seed or core. In computing, it was adopted to describe the central part of an operating system, reflecting its role as the essential core that controls system functions.
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"De kernel" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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