intersystem
- noun
- /ˌɪntərˈsɪstəm/
- Specialized
- Scientists are studying an intersystem connection that enables better interaction between competing computer networks.
Examples
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The new technology improved intersystem communication, allowing different departments to share information seamlessly.
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Intra- and intersystem clashes
Academic text (1991) -
The laptop's motion data capabilities, its high definition screen and its intersystem dialogue are features which set the Mirage XT at the cutting edge of PC technology.
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The engineers designed an intersystem interface to facilitate data exchange between the two software applications.
Synonyms
A way to send and receive information between people or machines
A group of things linked so they work together and change each other
A program that links two computer systems to share data
A program that connects different programs or systems so they can talk to each other
A connection between things or systems that makes them affect each other
A system that lets different companies share information or money
A small device put between two parts to connect them
A part that connects two or more modules in a system
A system that lets people in different rooms talk to each other
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Morphology
Etymology
Intersystem joins inter- ('between') and system ('a set of parts that work together'), like in internet where inter- means 'between'. So, as a noun it means a connection or interface that lets different systems exchange information.