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Legacy System

Description:

A legacy system refers to an outdated computer system, software application, or technology that is no longer actively supported or maintained, but still used by individuals or organizations due to its historical context or cost-effectiveness.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A legacy system can be a computer system or software that has been in operation for a significant period and is still being used despite newer alternatives being available.

Example sentence: The company decided to continue using the legacy system for their accounting department, even though a more advanced software was introduced.

Sense 2:

Noun: Legacy systems can also refer to the technologies or infrastructure that are outdated but still integrated into a current system.

Example sentence: The legacy system's compatibility issues caused delays in implementing the new software solution.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Legacy systems often describe processes, procedures, or practices that have been in place for a long time.

Example sentence: The company's legacy system of manual record-keeping proved to be inefficient and error-prone.

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