compliant

Definition: Device or software that complies with specifications or standards set by corresponding device or software to enable them to work together. * E.g. (a) modems must be compliant with telecommunications protocols in order to communicate with the telephone system; (b) software for digital cameras must comply with the computer's operating system in order to be able to off-load images.

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