TECHNOLOGY 

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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – abstract syntax tree:
An abstract syntax tree is a hierarchical representation of program structure used by compilers, interpreters, and development tools. It captures the logical organization of code without unnecessary syntactic details.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – access point:
An access point is a wireless networking device that connects wireless clients to a wired network, acting as a bridge between the two.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – access mechanism:
An access mechanism refers to hardware, circuitry, or software that enables data transfer between components, such as moving disk heads, routing signals, or accessing resources programmaticall


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – access key:
An access key is a keyboard combination that allows users to activate menus or commands without using a mouse, improving efficiency and accessibility.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 3-nines availability
Three-nines availability describes a system reliability level of 99.9% uptime. This metric indicates that a system is expected to be unavailable for no more than approximately 8.76 hours per year. It is commonly used in service-level agreements (SLAs) to quantify acceptable downtime for networks, servers, and online services.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 3NF
3NF, or third normal form, is a database normalization standard used in relational database design. A table is in third normal form if it is already in second normal form and all its non-key attributes depend only on the primary key, not on other non-key attributes. Achieving 3NF reduces data redundancy and improves data integrity by ensuring that each fact is stored in only one place


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 3GL
Short for third-generation language, 3GL refers to high-level programming languages developed for computers built using integrated circuit technology between roughly 1965 and 1970. These languages abstracted hardware details, making programming more accessible and portable. Examples include C, FORTRAN, BASIC, and Pascal, which are still influential today. Compared to low-level languages, 3GLs improved productivity and readability while remaining efficient.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 3G
3G, short for third generation, refers to the third generation of digital wireless communication technology defined by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) It introduced significantly higher data transmission speeds, typically ranging from 144 Kbps to 2 Mbps, compared to second-generation systems. These improvements enabled mobile internet access, video calling, and multimedia messaging. Regions such as Western Europe and Japan were among the earliest and most extensive adopters of 3G services.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 3-finger salute
The three-finger salute is a keyboard command created by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously on IBM-compatible PCs. Originally designed as a secure system interrupt, it allows users to reboot the system or access low-level system functions. In modern operating systems, it is commonly used to invoke security or system management screens, such as login prompts or task managers.


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