Interoperability
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 The capability of a product or system, to interact and function with others reciprocally. countable, uncountable
"The commission found that by withholding vital information about Windows, the company deliberately restricted interoperability between personal computers using Windows and computer servers running software from Microsoft's rivals."
- 2 (computer science) the ability to exchange and use information (usually in a large heterogeneous network made up of several local area networks) wordnet
- 3 The capacity for a service, piece of equipment etc., to be operated by different forces or groups. countable, uncountable
"Dr Fox and Mr Morin have ruled out the notion of binational crews, but they are still exploring other ways to enhance the interoperability of France’s Charles de Gaulle and Britain’s planned two new carriers, which seem likely to be spared by the defence review."
Example
More examples"Interoperability means compatibility with other systems."
Etymology
From interoperable + -ity; alternatively analyzed as inter- + operability.
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