masterslavetyyppisiä

masterslavetyyppisiä is a Finnish term that translates to "master slave type" in English. It is primarily used in the context of technical systems, particularly in computing and electronics, to describe a relationship between two components or devices where one controls or directs the other.

In such a setup, the "master" component initiates communication, sends commands, and dictates the actions of the "slave" component. The slave component, in turn, responds to the master's requests and performs the tasks assigned to it. This master-slave architecture is a common design pattern for managing data flow and device interaction.

Examples of master-slave configurations can be found in various applications. In computer buses like SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface), a master device controls one or more slave devices. In hard drive configurations, one drive can be designated as the master and another as the slave for data transfer purposes. Similarly, in some network protocols, a central server acts as the master controlling client devices.

The term emphasizes the hierarchical nature of the control and the dependency of the slave on the master for its operation. While the terminology is widely understood in technical circles, there is an ongoing discussion within the tech industry to adopt more neutral and inclusive language to describe such relationships.