Boundaries
Definition
Boundaries refer to the limits or edges that define a system or an object.
Analogy
Think of boundaries as the walls of a room. Just like how walls separate one room from another, boundaries separate one system from another.
Related terms
System: A collection of objects or components that are interconnected and interact with each other.
Environment: The surroundings or external factors that interact with a system.
Interface: The point where two systems or components meet and interact with each other.
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