Die Installation
Example: Die Installation der neuen Software dauerte den ganzen Tag.
Definition
"Installation" refers to the process of setting up or putting in place equipment, software, or systems so that they are ready for use. For example, "die Installation" of new software involves configuring it on a computer to make it operational.
Etymology
The word "Installation" comes from the Latin word 'installare,' meaning 'to set up' or 'to place firmly.' It entered German through French, retaining the sense of arranging or establishing something in a fixed position. Did you know that originally it was used for placing furniture or troops before being adopted for technology and software?
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"Die Installation" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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