configuration category

[/ˌkɑːnfɪɡəˈreɪʃən ˈkætəɡɔːri/]
nounpl: configuration categories
categoria de configuração
1. A classification or grouping within a system that organizes different configuration settings, parameters, or properties based on their function or purpose
The network configuration category includes settings for IP addresses, DNS servers, and proxy settings.
A categoria de configuração de rede inclui configurações para endereços IP, servidores DNS e configurações de proxy.
2. In software or system administration, a logical division used to organize related configuration options for easier management and access
Users can navigate through different configuration categories to customize their application preferences.
Os usuários podem navegar por diferentes categorias de configuração para personalizar suas preferências de aplicativo.
3. A taxonomic grouping of configuration elements in enterprise systems, databases, or IT infrastructure
The security configuration category contains firewall rules, encryption settings, and access control policies.
A categoria de configuração de segurança contém regras de firewall, configurações de criptografia e políticas de controle de acesso.
This is a technical term primarily used in IT, software development, and system administration contexts. It is widely used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese technical documentation without significant regional variation. The term reflects the globalized nature of software and technology industries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
configuration sectionsetting categoryparameter groupconfiguration groupsettings classification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
categoria de configuração
Standard term used in IT and software documentation
Portugal
categoria de configuração
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
USA/International English
configuration category
Standard terminology in system administration and software development

Related Words

configurationsettingsparameterssystem administrationsoftware configurationconfiguration managementcustomization

Related Idioms & Phrases

nested configuration categories
configuration category hierarchy
collapsible configuration categories
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