Computer configuration

In communications or computer systems, a configuration of a system refers to the arrangement of each of its functional units, according to their nature, number and chief characteristics. Often, configuration pertains to the choice of hardware, software, firmware, and documentation. Along with its architecture, the configuration of a computer system affects both its function and performance

See also

• Auto-configuration
• Configuration management
  • Software configuration management
• Configuration file
• Configurator

References

• Federal Standard 1037C

External links

• Elektra Initiative for Linux configurations