Definition of Kernel

kernel
(Note: NOT "kernal").
1. <operating system> The essential part of Unix or other operating systems, responsible for resource allocation, low-level hardware interfaces, security etc. See also microkernel.
2. An essential subset of a programming language, in terms of which other constructs are (or could be) defined. Also known as a core language.
(1996-06-07)

Kernel
Software which is the heart of the operating system . Manages the vital parts including: -
 Memory 
 files 
 Peripherals 
 Application programs

Kernel
The central module of an operating system. It is the part of the operating system that loads first, and it remains in main memory. Because it stays in memory, it is important for the kernel to be as small as possible while still providing all the essential services required by other parts of the operating system and applications. Typically, the kernel is responsible for memory management, process
and task management, and disk management.

Kernel
- class java.awt.image..Kernel 
public class Kernel extends Object implements Cloneable 
Tree:java.lang.Object - java.awt.image.Kernel
The Kernel class defines a matrix that describes how a specified pixel and its surrounding pixels affect the value computed for the pixel's position in the output image of a filtering operation. The X origin and Y origin indicate the kernel matrix element that corresponds to the pixel position for which an output value is being computed.

Kernel(int, int, float[])
- Constructor for class java.awt.image.Kernel 
public Kernel (int width, int height, float[] data)
Constructs a Kernel object from an array of floats. The first width*height elements of the data array are copied. If the length of the data array is less than width*height, an IllegalArgumentException is thrown. The X origin is (width-1)/2 and the Y origin is (height-1)/2.Parameters: width - width of the kernel - height of the kernelheight - height of the kernel - kernel data in row major orderdata - kernel data in row major orderThrows: IllegalArgumentException - if the length of data is less than the product of width and height

kernel
In SQL Server 2000, a subset of the storage engine that is referenced in some error messages. In Windows 2000, the core of the operating system that performs basic operations.

Kernel
This is the central module of an operating system.

Kernel
This is a term for the computing elite, so proceed with caution. Today's operating systems are built in "layers". Each layer has different functions such as serial port access, disk access, and the user interface itself. The base layer, or the foundation of the operating system, is called a kernel. The kernel provides low-level services, such as the hardware-software interaction and memory management -- much like a kernel of corn. Or not.

Kernel
(v. i.)
To harden or ripen into kernels; to produce kernels.
  
(n.)
The essential part of a seed; all that is within the seed walls; the edible substance contained in the shell of a nut; hence, anything included in a shell, husk, or integument; as, the kernel of a nut. See Illust. of Endocarp.
  
(n.)
The central, substantial or essential part of anything; the gist; the core; as, the kernel of an argument.
  
(n.)
A small mass around which other matter is concreted; a nucleus; a concretion or hard lump in the flesh.
  
(n.)
A single seed or grain; as, a kernel of corn.
  

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Noun
1. the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone; "black walnut kernels are difficult to get out of the shell"
(synonym) meat
(hypernym) plant part, plant structure
(part-holonym) seed
2. a single whole grain of a cereal; "a kernel of corn"
(hypernym) grain, caryopsis
(hyponym) corn
3. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"
(synonym) substance, core, center, essence, gist, heart, heart and soul, inwardness, marrow, meat, nub, pith, sum, nitty-gritty
(hypernym) content, cognitive content, mental object
(hyponym) bare bones

kernel
1.The choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
2.A single whole grain of a cereal
3.The inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone
*One kernel is felt in a hogshead; one drop of water helps to swell the ocean; a spark of fire helps to give light to the world. None are too small, too feeble, too poor to be of
service. Think of this and act.
- Hannah More, 1745 - 1833

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kernel
\ker"nel\ (?), n. [oe. kernel, kirnel, curnel, as. cyrnel, fr. corn grain. see corn, and cf. kern to harden.]
1. the essential part of a seed; all that is within the seed walls; the edible substance contained in the shell of a nut; hence, anything included in a shell, husk, or integument; as, the kernel of a nut. see illust. of endocarp. ' a were as good crack a fusty nut with no kernel
2. a single seed or grain; as, a kernel of corn.
3. a small mass around which other matter is concreted; a nucleus; a concretion or hard lump in the flesh.
4. the central, substantial or essential part of anything; the gist; the core; as, the kernel of an argument.
kernel
\ker"nel\, v. i. [imp. & p. p. kerneled (?) or kernelled; p. pr. & vb. n. kerneling or kernelling.] to harden or ripen into kernels; to produce kernels. [
kernel
n
1. the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone: "black walnut kernels are difficult to get out of the shell" [syn: meat]


2. a single whole grain of a cereal: "a kernel of corn"
3. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience: "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the republican party"; "the nub of the story" [syn: substance, core, center, essence, gist, heart, heart and soul, inwardness, marrow, meat, nub, pith, sum, nitty-gritty]

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  similar words(4) 

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kernel
A grain or seed.

kernel
eithne f.; eithneachán

Chweryn
Chweryn = n. a gland; a kernel

Cneullyn
Cneullyn = n. a kernel

kernel
A module of a program that forms a logical entity or performs a unit function. Note: The most vulnerable portion of code in a secure operating system is a special case of a kernel.

Kernel
nei-eku

Kernel

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