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Number of computer cores: Two; The primary core one occupies space on decks 7, 8 and 9 far astern. The secondary, emergency core is much smaller than the first and is located adjacent to Environmental Control on Deck 16.

Type: The updated Computer cores found on the Akira class are newer versions of the Galaxy Class Isolinear Processing cores. The system is powered by a smaller, regulated EPS conduit directly from the warp core. Cooling of the isolinear loop is accomplished by a regenerative liquid nitrogen loop, which has been refit to allow a delayed-venting heat storage unit for "Silent Running." For missions, requirements on the computer core rarely exceed 45-50% of total core processing and storage capacity. The rest of the core is utilized for various scientific, tactical, or intelligence gathering missions - or to backup data in the event of a damaged core.

LCARS

Acronym for Library Computer Access and Retrieval System, the common user interface of 24th century computer systems, based on verbal and graphically enhanced keyboard/display input and output. The graphical interface adapts to the task which is supposed to be performed, allowing for maximum ease-of-use. The Akira Class operates on LCARS build version 5.2 to account for increases in processor speed and power, and limitations discovered in the field in earlier versions, and increased security.

Access Codes

Access to all Starfleet computer systems is highly regulated. A standard set of authorization codes have been programmed into the starboard and engineering computer cores of all ships in order to stop any undesired access to the systems.

• ALPHA-TWO
  Unlimited access to all ship's records, systems, commands and computers.
• ALPHA-ONE
  Unlimited access to all ship's records, systems and computers. No access to ship localized command functions.
• BETA-TWO
  Unlimited access to all ship's records, systems and computers. Limited access to command functions (except if stated otherwise by Commanding Officer).
• BETA-ONE
  Unlimited access to all ship's records, and computers. Limited access to command functions (except if stated otherwise by Commanding Officer). Access to ship systems is limited to duty related functions.
• DELTA-TWO
  Limited access to all ship's records, systems, commands and computers. Access Limited to duty related functions.
• DELTA-ONE
  Limited access to all ship's records, and computers. Access limited to job related functions.

Data Access Levels

Access to all Starfleet data is highly regulated. A standard set of access levels have been programmed into the starboard and engineering computer cores of all ships in order to stop any undesired access to confidential data.

• LEVEL 5
  Unlimited access to all classified, secret, top-secret, ultra-secret Starfleet or Federation documents and records.
• LEVEL 4
  Limited access to all classified, secret, top-secret Starfleet or Federation documents and records. Access is limited on a 'need to know' basis.
• LEVEL 3
  Limited access to all classified and secret Starfleet or Federation documents and records. Access is limited on a 'need to know' basis.
• LEVEL 2
  Limited access to all Starfleet or Federation documents and records. Access is limited on a 'need to know' basis.
• LEVEL 1
  Limited access to Starfleet or Federation documents and records. Access is limited to job related elements.

Post Security Level

• Admirals and Above ALPHA-TWO, Level 5
• Commanding Officer ALPHA-TWO, Level 4
• Executive Officer ALPHA-TWO, Level 4
• Chief Operations Officer ALPHA-ONE, Level 3
• Intelligence Officer BETA-TWO, Level 4
• Chief Medical Officer BETA-ONE, Level 3
• Mission Operations Officer BETA-ONE, Level 3
• Chief Engineering Officer BETA-TWO, Level 3
• Tactical Officer BETA-ONE, Level 3
• Flight Control Officer BETA-ONE, Level 3
• Other Personnel DELTA-TWO, Level 2

Note: Security Levels beyond current rank can and are bestowed where, when and to whom they are necessary.

The main computer grants access based on a battery of checks to the individual user, including face and voice recognition in conjunction with a vocal code as an added level of security.

Universal Translator

All Starfleet vessels make use of a computer program called a Universal Translator that is employed for communication among persons who speak different languages. It performs a pattern analysis of an unknown language based on a variety of criteria to create a translation matrix. The translator is built in the Starfleet badge and small receivers are implanted in the ear canal.

The Universal Translator matrix aboard an Akira Class starships typically consists of well over 100,000 languages and increases with every new encounter.