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Compatibility
Compatibility may refer to:

Computing
Backward compatibility, in which newer devices can understand Contents
data generated by older devices
Computing
Compatibility card, an expansion card for hardware emulation of
another device Science and mathematics
Compatibility layer, components that allow for non-native support Other uses
of components
Compatibility mode, software mechanism in which a software
emulates an older version of software
Computer compatibility, of a line of machines
Hardware compatibility, between different pieces of computer hardware
License compatibility, of software licenses
Pin compatibility, in devices that have the same functions assigned to the same particular pins
Software compatibility, between different pieces of software
Software incompatibility
IBM PC compatible, computers that are generally similar to the original IBM PC, XT, and AT

Science and mathematics

Compatibility (biological), a property which is assigned to splits of a given set of taxa
Compatibility (chemical), how stable a substance is when mixed with another substance
Compatibility (geochemistry), how readily a particular trace element substitutes for a major
element within a mineral
Compatibility (mechanics), the study of compatible deformations in continuum mechanics
Electromagnetic compatibility, which studies the unintentional generation, propagation, and
reception of electromagnetic energy
Consistency, logical compatibility between two or more propositions

Other uses
Astrological compatibility, a branch of astrology that studies relationships by comparing natal
horoscopes
Compatibilism, a philosophical position
Interpersonal compatibility, the long-term interaction between two or more individuals in terms of
the ease and comfort of communication

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