Compatibility

The ability of two or more systems or components to perform their required functions while sharing the same hardware or software environment. [ ISO/IEC/IEEE 24765 ]

Other Definitions

Compatibility [ ISO/IEC/IEEE 24765 ]: The ability of two or more systems or components to exchange information.

Compatibility [ ISO/IEC 2382-1 ]: The capability of a functional unit to meet the requirements of a specified interface without appreciable modification.

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