下位互換性

かいごかんせい

Meanings

1. Noun upward compatibility; forward compatibility (i.e.: compatibility with input or components intended for higher tier or later systems, versions, etc.) See also: 上位互換性 (じょういごかんせい). See also: 前方互換性 (ぜんぽうごかんせい).
2. downward compatibility; backward compatibility (i.e.: compatibility with input or components intended for lower tier or older systems, versions, etc.) (incorrect usage) See also: 上位互換性 (じょういごかんせい).

Kanji

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

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