- Japanese⇔English Dictionary

  1. 1. [n] downward compatibility; backward compatibility; compatibility with input or components intended for lower tier or older systems, versions, etc.
  2. 2. [n] upward compatibility; forward compatibility; compatibility with input or components intended for higher tier or later systems, versions, etc. — incorrect usage

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Example Sentences

kyuu shisutemu you ni kaka reta sofuto tono jouigokansei wo tamotsu noha taisetsu desu .
It is important to maintain backward compatibility with software that was written to run on the former system.