What is architecture? - A Word Definition From the Webopedia Computer Dictionary

06-June-2005

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This is a definition of 'architecture' from webopedia

(n.) A design. The term architecture can refer to either hardware or software, or to a combination of hardware and software. The architecture of a system always defines its broad outlines, and may define precise mechanisms as well.

An open architecture allows the system to be connected easily to devices and programs made by other manufacturers. Open architectures use off-the-shelf components and conform to approved standards. A system with a closed architecture, on the other hand, is one whose design is proprietary, making it difficult to connect the system to other systems.

What is architecture? - A Word Definition From the Webopedia Computer Dictionary

Mike Malloch; 06-June-2005 09:46:45; forum (0) help

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