"external coupling" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: external couplings [plural]
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  1. (computing) A coupling where two modules share an externally imposed communication protocol, data format, or device interface. Categories (topical): Computing
    Sense id: en-external_coupling-en-noun-XlXjuvtB Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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