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interoperability

American  
[in-ter-ah-pruh-bil-i-tee, in-ter-ah-per-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌɪn tərˌɑ prəˈbɪl ɪ ti, ˌɪn tərˌɑ pər əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

  1. the ability of different systems or devices to operate together effectively, especially in computing or weapons technology.


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A TikTok press release also says that a global ByteDance-controlled TikTok entity “will manage global product interoperability and certain commercial activities, including e-commerce, advertising, and marketing.”

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 2, 2026

A separate case brought by Apple relates to interoperability under the DMA, as it forces companies to make their products accessible to rivals.

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

The same EU court is still due to rule on interoperability.

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

Confusing brand positioning and interoperability problems have frustrated users, current and former employees who have worked on Microsoft’s AI products said.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 4, 2026

An effective, integrated response requires incident management planning, enhanced interoperability, and coordination, based on and supported by rapid and effective decision-making.

From National Strategy for Combating Terrorism February 2003 by United States. Executive Office of the President

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