knowledge-based system
<artificial intelligence> (KBS) A program for extending and/or querying a
knowledge base.
The related term expert system is normally used to refer to a highly
domain-specific type of KBS used for a specialised purpose such as medical
diagnosis.
The Cyc project is an example of a large KBS.
(1999-09-07)
Nearby terms:
knowledge « Knowledge Analysis and Design System « knowledge
base « knowledge-based system » knowledge level »
Knowledge Management System » Knowledge Query and
Manipulation Language
