Modificasi

Modificasi is a term used to describe the act or result of modifying something, including changes to its form, function, or characteristics. In many languages that share roots with Latin, the equivalent term is modifikasi, while the form modificasi can appear in some written variants. The concept traces to Latin modificatio, from modificare, meaning to form or shape in a different way. In contemporary usage, modificasi is often treated as a general concept of alteration rather than a specific technical procedure.

Applications of modificasi occur across many fields. In technology and digital culture, it is closely associated with software and hardware modifications, commonly called mods, which alter a system’s behavior, appearance, or capabilities. In automotive communities, car modificasi refers to changes that enhance performance, aesthetics, or both. In electronics, home studios, and consumer devices, users frequently engage in modificasi to customize equipment or interfaces.

In science and medicine, modificasi appears in formal contexts such as genetic modification, crop improvement, and other forms of biological modification, where genetic material or traits are intentionally altered. These practices are subject to regulatory oversight, safety testing, and ethical review due to potential ecological or health impacts.

Legal and ethical considerations are central to many modifica­si, including warranty implications, intellectual property rights, safety standards, and compliance with applicable laws. While modificasi can expand capability and utility, it also raises questions about responsibility and long-term consequences.

See also: modification, mod, modding, genetic modification, customization.