Word
configuration
Meanings
the arrangement of parts, features, or elements in relation to each other
a set of settings that determines how a computer system, device, or software operates
Definition
A configuration is the particular arrangement of parts or settings in a system.
A configuration is the way components are organized or positioned so that something works as intended. In technology, it often refers to the settings that control how software, a device, or a network operates. The same system can behave differently depending on its configuration.
Examples
- Before the launch, the engineer double-checked the configuration of the sensors to prevent conflicting readings.
- I saved a separate configuration for presentations so my notifications stay silent and the screen remains bright.
- The team rejected the proposed configuration because it created a bottleneck at the main junction.
- She changed the configuration of her development environment to match the project’s standards.
- They documented the configuration carefully, knowing that a minor mismatch could derail the deployment.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse configuration (the arrangement or settings) with confirmation (verification) because the words look similar.
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