下位互換

かいごかん

Meanings

1. の-adjective, Noun upward compatible; forward compatible (i.e.: compatible with input or components intended for higher tier or later systems, versions, etc.) See also: 上位互換 (じょういごかん). See also: 前方互換 (ぜんぽうごかん).
2. downward compatible; backward compatible (i.e.: compatible with input or components intended for lower tier or older systems, versions, etc.) (incorrect usage) See also: 上位互換 (じょういごかん).
3. providing the same function while being less effective (esp. in games)

Kanji

• 下 down. Read as カ.
• 位 rank
• 互 mutual
• 換 swap. Read as カン.

Words containing 下位互換

• 下位互換性 (かいごかんせい) upward compatibility

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