functionality

functionality
functionality func‧tion‧al‧i‧ty [ˌfʌŋkʆəˈnælti] noun functionalities PLURALFORM [countable, uncountable] COMPUTING
one or all of the operations that a computer, software program, or piece of equipment is able to perform :

• The module provides the functionality needed to run a Unix client with a Unix server in a local network environment.

• The user manual should explain how to use all the functionalities, such as e-mail, Telnet and FTP.

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functionality UK US /ˌfʌŋkʃənˈæləti/ US  /-ətIi/ noun (plural functionalities)
► [C or U] IT the tasks that a computer, software program, or piece of electronic equipment is able to do: »

Banks have realized they need to provide additional functionality at ATMs.

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With an out-of-date browser, some of the layout and functionalities on the web site may not work as intended.

► [U] the quality of being useful, practical, and right for the purpose for which something was made: »

In civil engineering, a major component of functionality is safety.


Financial and business terms. 2012.

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