Network Terms "K"

KCC (Knowledge Consistency Checker)

A process that runs on each domain controller and creates inbound Connection objects (almost always intrasite Connection objects).

Keepalive messages

Keepalive messages act as hello packets to ensure that routers are still responsive.

Kerberos

Kerberos is an authentication encryption protocol designed to provide security for the initial logon process and service requests. Kerberos uses symmetric key cryptography, employs DES, and provides end-to-end security.

Kernel mode

A privileged operating mode for the operating system files and processes that interact directly with the computer's hardware.

Key

A part of the Registry. Keys appear as folders in the Registry window and can contain subkeys and values.

Knowledge Consistency Checker (KCC)

A process that runs on each domain controller and creates inbound Connection objects (almost always intrasite Connection objects).