Architectural flexibility refers to the ability of a system to adapt to changes in requirements, technology or other external factors while still maintaining its core functionality. This flexibility allows for system separation of components by allowing each component to be developed and updated independently of one another.
When a system is designed with architectural flexibility in mind, each component can be developed with its own specific set of requirements, interfaces, and dependencies. This means that each component can be developed and updated separately without affecting the rest of the system.
For instance, if a specific component of a system needs to be updated, the flexibility of the system allows the developers to update only that component without affecting the rest of the system. This is achievable because each component is designed with its own specific set of interfaces and dependencies.
Furthermore, architectural flexibility allows for easier testing and maintenance of each component, which significantly reduces the cost and time it takes to debug, maintain, and enhance the system.
In summary, architectural flexibility supports system separation of components by allowing each component to be developed and updated independently, reducing costs, maintenance time, and providing better adaptability to changes in requirements and technology.
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