architekturunabhängig

Architekturunabhängig refers to a quality or characteristic that is not dependent on a specific underlying hardware architecture. In the context of computing, this term is often applied to software, programming languages, and data formats. A program or system that is architekturunabhängig can run or be processed on different types of processors, such as x86, ARM, or MIPS, without requiring modification.

This independence is typically achieved through various mechanisms. For software, it often involves abstracting away hardware-specific details. This can be done through the use of intermediate languages, virtual machines, or by adhering to standardized interfaces and protocols. For instance, Java's bytecode is designed to be platform-independent, meaning it can execute on any machine with a Java Virtual Machine. Similarly, well-designed operating systems strive for a degree of architectural independence, allowing applications to function across different hardware platforms.

Data formats can also be architekturunabhängig, ensuring that data can be interpreted correctly regardless of the endianness or word size of the machine used to store or retrieve it. Standards like XML or JSON are examples of architekturunabhängig data formats. The goal of architectural independence is to promote portability, reusability, and interoperability across diverse computing environments, reducing the effort and cost associated with adapting systems to new hardware.