2.4 Interface
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2.4 Interface

 A transfer point at which information is exchanged.

Note:

Examples of Interfaces include:

  • Input/output interface (used for interconnection with sensors and actuators);
  • Man/machine interface (e.g. visual display units, keyboards, tracker-balls, and dedicated controls and instruments used for communication between the operator and the computer);
  • Communications interface (used to enable serial communications/networking with other computers or peripherals).
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