system controls

[/ˈsɪstəm kənˈtroʊlz/]
nounpl: system controls
controles do sistema
1. Mechanisms or devices used to regulate, manage, or operate a system's functions and behavior
The airplane's system controls are monitored by the pilots throughout the flight.
Os controles do sistema do avião são monitorados pelos pilotos durante todo o voo.
2. Software or hardware interfaces that allow users to adjust settings and parameters of a computer or electronic system
You can access the system controls through the settings menu on your computer.
Você pode acessar os controles do sistema através do menu de configurações do seu computador.
3. Administrative measures and procedures implemented to ensure proper functioning and security of a system
The IT department implemented new system controls to prevent unauthorized access.
O departamento de TI implementou novos controles do sistema para evitar acessos não autorizados.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'system controls' is primarily a technical term used in IT, engineering, and administrative settings. In Brazil, it's commonly heard in corporate environments when discussing computer systems and security measures. The term reflects the importance of system management in modern technological infrastructure in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
system managementcontrolsoperational controlssystem settingsconfiguration controls
Antonyms / Antônimos
system failureloss of controlmalfunction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
controles do sistema
Most common usage in Brazil for both technical and general contexts
São Paulo
controles do sistema / painéis de controle
More technical environments may use 'painéis de controle' (control panels)
Rio de Janeiro
controles do sistema
Standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'controles' in informal contexts
Portugal
controlos do sistema
Portuguese spelling uses 'controlos' instead of 'controles'; equally used in technical and administrative contexts

Related Words

control paneluser interfacesystem administrationconfigurationsettingsmanagement systemsautomation

Related Idioms & Phrases

take control of the system
system controls in place
implement system controls
bypass system controls
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