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closed architectureA system whose technical specifications are not made public. Such systems restrict third parties from building products that interface with or add enhancements to them. Contrast with open architecture. closed architecture [¦klōzd ′ärk·ə‚tek·chər] (computer science) A computer architecture whose detailed, technical specifications are available only to those authorized by the manufacturer. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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If there is anything we have learned since our initial system installation eight years ago, it's that a closed architecture that limits carrier choice is a non-starter," said Ronald Durando, chief executive of mPhase Technologies, a pioneer in the delivery of television content over telephone networks. Several systems on the market have had a closed architecture," says Reaction Systems' Travioli, a proponent of so-called open architecture. They understand that successful multimedia projects deliver value to clients by harnessing the power of the open PC platform versus using closed architecture, proprietary touch panels and controllers. |
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