Esimerkkiasetus

Esimerkkiasetus is a term used in Finnish-language manuals and tutorials to refer to a sample configuration or example setup intended for instructional purposes. The word combines esimerkki, meaning example, and asetus, meaning setting or configuration. It denotes a configuration that illustrates how a system, device, or software can be configured under typical or representative conditions, rather than a recommended real-world deployment.

Esimerkkiasetukset are typically non-functional placeholders with generic values. They are described as illustrative and safe to use for learning; they may vary between products and versions and should not be used as the basis for production installations. In technical writing, they appear in guides for networks, operating systems, software applications, and educational tutorials to demonstrate common steps such as entering credentials, selecting options, or testing connectivity.

Common characteristics include explicit labeling as Esimerkkiasetus, a note that the values are for demonstration, and the use of neutral, non-destructive values to avoid confusion or harm. For example, a sample network configuration might show an address such as 192.0.2.1, a subnet mask 255.255.255.0, and a gateway 192.0.2.254, or placeholder usernames and passwords.

Esimerkkiasetus thus functions as a pedagogical tool in Finnish documentation, helping readers understand configuration workflows without risking misconfiguration of real systems. See also: default settings, test configuration, and sample data.