K501 — Canonical Specifications (Core Modules)

This article defines the canonical structure and core modules of the K501 deterministic, append-only information system, including the Bootframe, Information Space, Eternal Archive, and Node System.

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K501 is a deterministic, append-only information system that operates through immutable Frames. The K501 Bootframe defines the output structure and enforces determinism to ensure consistency and reproducibility. The K501 Information Space (K501 IS) is an append-only structured information space with immutable Frames, canonical serialization, and traceable lineage, serving as a storage and organization system for information. The Eternal Archive (E-ARC) is the public archival layer of K501 IS, providing long-term preservation and public access to the information. Each K501 instance is a Node with append-only operation, deterministic behavior, and local storage, which can reference and exchange Frames with other Nodes. The Node System maintains structural isolation and controlled interaction through a dynamic Cage. K501 Nodes can be distributed across various platforms, such as GitHub repositories, web gateways, and archival systems, for dissemination, indexing, and reference propagation.