userspace

English

Etymology 1

From user +‎ space.

Noun

userspace (countable and uncountable, plural userspaces)

1. (computing) The area of memory used for a user's applications, etc., as opposed to that reserved for the operating system kernel.

Synonyms

• userland

Etymology 2

Blend of user +‎ namespace.

Noun

userspace (countable and uncountable, plural userspaces)

1. (Internet) A namespace on a wiki used by individual users for personal details and discussions.

Related terms

• mainspace