configuration
How parts connect
Configuration is an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or pattern.
A computer's configuration specifies its hardware and software settings.
The configuration of furniture in a room is how pieces are positioned relative to each other.
In chemistry, configuration describes the spatial arrangement of atoms in a molecule.
The word often implies that the arrangement can be changed: The software allows you to save multiple configurations.
Preset pattern for reproduction
- matrixOrdered numerical arrangement
- latticeOpenwork of crossed strips
- gridFramework of intersecting lines
- networkInterconnected system
motif · topology · framework · constellation · geometry · symmetry · permutation · combination
Process of putting in
- initializationPreparing system for operation
- deploymentOrganized distribution of resources
- settingsAdjustable device parameters
- parametersDefined boundaries or constraints
preferences · options · tuning · optimization · calibration · adjustment · provisioning · activation
Building design discipline
- frameworkUnderlying support system
- infrastructureBasic physical systems
- hierarchyRanked authority structure
- anatomyStudy of organism structure
topology · morphology · schema · model · composition · interconnection · modularity · subsystem
Detailed technical drawing
- schematicSimplified technical diagram
- specificationsStated requirements and parameters
- prototypeFirst functional specimen
- modularityDivisibility into independent units
customization · schematics · interface · ergonomics · functionality · drafting · CAD · rendering
Spatial arrangement of elements
- sequenceOrdered succession of elements
- orderMethodical arrangement or request
- alignmentCorrect relative positioning
- placementPutting somewhere specific
organization · grouping · distribution · array · assembly · composition · positioning · orientation
template
Preset pattern for reproduction
- matrixOrdered numerical arrangement
- latticeOpenwork of crossed strips
- gridFramework of intersecting lines
network · motif · topology · framework · constellation · geometry · symmetry · permutation · combination · variant
installation
Process of putting in
- initializationPreparing system for operation
- deploymentOrganized distribution of resources
- settingsAdjustable device parameters
parameters · preferences · options · tuning · optimization · calibration · adjustment · provisioning · activation · implementation
architecture
Building design discipline
- frameworkUnderlying support system
- infrastructureBasic physical systems
- hierarchyRanked authority structure
anatomy · topology · morphology · schema · model · composition · interconnection · modularity · subsystem · component
blueprint
Detailed technical drawing
- schematicSimplified technical diagram
- specificationsStated requirements and parameters
- prototypeFirst functional specimen
modularity · customization · schematics · interface · ergonomics · functionality · drafting · CAD · rendering · conceptualization
layout
Spatial arrangement of elements
- sequenceOrdered succession of elements
- orderMethodical arrangement or request
- alignmentCorrect relative positioning
placement · organization · grouping · distribution · array · assembly · composition · positioning · orientation · spacing
hardware
Metal goods and fittings
- softwarePrograms directing computer operations
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
- BIOSBoot-up initialization firmware
network · protocols · drivers · registry · kernel · server · router · database · API · environment
- IT servicesIT services, IT consulting, IT support, help desk, tech support
- positioningpositioning, placement, situating, location, spot
- .NET DevelopmentASP.NET, assemblies, namespaces, namespace, garbage collection
- ERPERP, SAP, PeopleSoft, modules, implementation
- software buildscompilation, compiling, compiler, linker, linking
- state variablesstatus, mode, phase, position, velocity
configurationdisarray
Lack of order
disorder · chaos · disarrangement · disorganization · randomness
configurationshapelessness
Lack of distinct form
formlessness · amorphousness · deformity · distortion · blob
- R/S configurationChirality naming convention
- system configurationOperational parameters and arrangement