Externaalne

externaalne is an Estonian word that translates to "external" in English. It is used to describe something that exists or originates from outside of a particular system, entity, or individual. This concept can be applied in various contexts, including technology, psychology, and economics.

In computing, an externaalne device refers to hardware that is not an integral part of the main computer unit, such as a monitor, keyboard, or printer. These devices are connected to the computer externally. Similarly, in software development, an externaalne dependency is a library or module that a program relies on but is not part of its core code.

From a psychological perspective, externaalne factors are those that are outside of a person's control and influence their behavior or well-being. This can include environmental conditions, social influences, or economic circumstances. For example, feeling stressed due to externaalne pressures like work deadlines is a common experience.

In economics, externaalne effects, or externalities, are costs or benefits that affect a third party who did not choose to incur that cost or benefit. A classic example is pollution from a factory, which imposes externaalne costs on the surrounding community. Conversely, a positive externaalne effect might be the beautification of a neighborhood by a well-maintained garden.

The term externaalne emphasizes the origin or location of something relative to a defined boundary, highlighting its separation from the internal workings or core components of whatever it is being compared to.