| Kiosk |
A
device for displaying interactive information to the general public.
Kiosks include an enclosure, computer equipment and software such
as Public Browser Interfaces (PBI). |
Shell
Kiosk/
Enclosure |
A
box, case or stand designed to hold and protect computer equipment
being placed in public or hazardous environments. For example: The
Opti-Line Kiosk |
PBI
(Public Browser Interface) |
Software
generally used in the kiosk industry to display information, especially
web sites, that allows user interaction with the information whilst
protecting the computers operating system. PBI are sometimes referred
to as the "kiosk operating system". For example: CyberDyner3i |
OS
(Operating System) |
The
base software used by computers to carry out tasks and enable other
software to be used. Microsoft®Windows, Apple's Mac OS and Linux
are all operating systems. |
| IP
Rating |
A
standard protection rating against liquids and dust |
| Touch
Screen |
A
device overlayed on a monitor to react to finger touching in the same
way as you would use a mouse. |
| Track
Ball |
A
device consisting of a large ball that is rotated to move a pointer
around the screen in the same way as you would use a mouse. |
| Kiosk
Keyboard |
A
keyboard designed to withstand liquid spills and dust specifically
in public areas. Kiosk keyboards are more robust than standard computer
keyboards and often have buttons removed for security reasons. |