Utdatert

Utdatert is a Norwegian adjective meaning not current, out of date, or obsolete. It is used to describe information, technology, processes, or fashion that has been superseded by newer developments. The word is formed from ut- (a prefix indicating outward or beyond) and datert (dated).

In practice, utdatert can refer to software that no longer receives updates, hardware that fails to meet current standards, or documents that contain inaccurate or outdated information. In journalism and science, outdated data or claims require revision. In policy and law, outdated rules may be replaced to align with current norms. The term often carries a value judgment about timeliness or relevance as much as about age.

Indicators of utdatert status include lack of vendor support, deprecation of standards, security vulnerabilities, incompatibility with modern systems, and outmoded design or terminology. Addressing obsolescence typically involves updating or replacing affected assets, or archiving them while preserving historical context. Effective asset management aims to minimize the duration of a utdatert state.

In Norwegian usage, utdatert is commonly contrasted with oppdatert (updated) and moderne (modern). It can be used descriptively or evaluatively, depending on context and user perspective. Related terms include forældet (also meaning outdated) and obsolescence in technical contexts.