Die Konfiguration
Example: Die Konfiguration des Netzwerks dauert heute länger als erwartet.
Definition
"Die Konfiguration" refers to the arrangement or setup of components in a system, especially in IT contexts. It involves defining settings and parameters to ensure that hardware or software operates correctly, as in the example: 'Die Konfiguration des Netzwerks dauert heute länger als erwartet.'
Etymology
The word "die Konfiguration" comes from the Latin 'configuratio,' meaning 'a shaping or arrangement.' It entered German via French and English influences, especially in technical fields, reflecting the idea of putting parts together into a specific form or order.
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"Die Konfiguration" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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