Tech glossary A–Z
Jargon, decoded. Short definitions first, the full explanation one click away.
A visual workflow method that uses a board of columns and cards to track tasks and limit work in progress. Software Development
The core part of an operating system that manages hardware, memory, processes, and communication between software and devices. Software Development
A measurable value that shows how effectively a person, team, or company is achieving an important objective. Business & Retail Tech
Software or hardware that secretly records the keys a user types, often to steal passwords and other sensitive information. Cybersecurity
Screens in a restaurant kitchen, known as a KDS, that show incoming orders digitally and replace printed order tickets. Tech for Local Business
The process financial and other regulated businesses use to verify customers' identities and assess risks such as fraud or money laundering. FinTech
A training technique in which a smaller student model learns to imitate a larger teacher model, keeping much of its skill at lower cost. Artificial Intelligence
A structured network of entities, such as people, places, and concepts, and the relationships between them. Data & Analytics
An open-source platform that automates deploying, scaling, and managing containerized applications across clusters of machines. Cloud & DevOps