Megosztás

Megosztás is a Hungarian term that denotes the act or process of sharing or distributing something among people. The word derives from the prefix meg- and the root osztás, which can mean distribution or division, so megosztás encompasses both giving portions and allocating parts of a whole.

In everyday language megosztás refers to the practical act of making something available to others, such as sharing food, tools, or time. It also appears in social and cultural contexts, where individuals or groups cooperate by distributing resources, responsibilities, or know-how. In information technology, megosztás commonly describes the distribution or availability of data and resources, for example fájlmegosztás (file sharing) or hálózati megosztás (network sharing). In mathematics, osztás means division, and megosztás can be used to express distribution of parts within a whole.

In the economic sphere the term is used to describe the megosztásalapúgazdaság, known in English as the sharing economy. This model encompasses platforms and services that enable people to share access to underutilized assets—such as cars, housing, or tools—often through digital intermediaries. The megosztás-based approach emphasizes broader access over ownership and aims to increase resource efficiency, but it also raises questions about trust, regulation, labor rights, and safety.

Legal and ethical considerations accompany megosztás, particularly regarding privacy, data protection, and fair access. In Hungary and the European Union, sharing practices must align with applicable laws on consumer protection, safety standards, and data privacy.