What is Portability

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A desirable property of data in a cloud service. High portability means that the data (including metadata) can be moved between providers at low cost and without loss of information. Learn more in: Securing the Cloud for Big Data

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Ability of a program or application to be ported from one system to another. Learn more in: Broadband Solutions for Residential Customers

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The ability to use a digital device flexibly in different locations. Learn more in: Use of Apps and Devices for Fostering Mobile Learning of Literacy Practices

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The facility which applications software can be transferred to one environment from another, while maintaining its capabilities. Learn more in: Characteristics and Technologies of Advanced CNC Systems

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The ability of a program to be run in various environments, operating systems, and so forth. Learn more in: Data Mining Software

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The right/feature that allows a user to transfer (port) their personal/health data across different platforms or from one service provider (organization) to another. Learn more in: Role of Wearable Technology and Fitness Apps in Obesity and Diabetes: Privacy, Ownership, and Portability of Data

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Set of properties of the execution of a program that are preserved when it is ported on different architectures Learn more in: Verification of Non-Functional Requirements by Abstract Interpretation