Glossary of Computer Terms—K
K
KEYBOARD: A peripheral
device consisting of alphanumerics, punctuation marks, and other special
function keys that are mechanically arranged to allow the entry of data,
commands, and other information into the system.
K OR KBPS: (kilobites per
second). A speed rating for computer modems that measures (in units of 1,024
bits) the maximum number of bits the device can transfer in one second under
ideal conditions.
KILOBYTE (KB) This is about a thousand bytes of space. In reality, it’s two to the 10th power or 1,024 bytes.
KILOBYTE (KB) This is about a thousand bytes of space. In reality, it’s two to the 10th power or 1,024 bytes.
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