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contextualization

8.2

Giving a computer or program the right settings for where it runs

noun
/kənˌtɛkstəwələˈzeɪʃən/

Specialized

: contextualización

Proper contextualization of parameters at startup can significantly improve the performance of the application.

Examples

During the installation, contextualization of settings helps tailor the system to user needs.
The software requires contextualization to function properly in different environments.
Contextualization (information inputs)

Academic text (2018)

Synonyms

initialization

vscontextualization

Specialized

4 6.9

Preparing a computer, program, or device so it is ready to use

applies environment-specific settings and metadata rather than general preparatory steps

operationalization

vscontextualization

8.2

To make a plan or system ready and start using it

focuses on applying environment settings at startup rather than general activation

How Configured

customization

14 3.9

contextualization

Specialized

8.2

configuration

107 4.8

config

Jargon

6 5.6

misconfiguration

Specialized

1 6.8

Surface Forms

contextualization singular

contextualizations plural

Morphology

contextualization = contextualize (transparent) = context + ual + ize + ation

The formation is a regular nominalization of 'contextualize' and the technical/software sense is an application of that literal meaning.

Etymology

Contextualization comes from context, a word meaning the things 'surrounding' something, and a helpful picture is giving a computer or program the right 'clothes' or settings for its place so it works correctly there.