Let us define Component
What does component mean? What are examples and types of components?
Component Definition
A component performs tasks, called behavior, which take care of one or more functions for a system it is part of.
A module is often the logical counterpart (element) of one or more components. Preferably, to increase replaceability, the interfaces conform to open standards.
Component has important relationships with 'Entity', 'Function', 'Service', 'Interface'.
Usage
Examples of Components are a software application component, like a parser component. Or a machine component, or a vehicle component, like an engine.
Symbol
The shape for component in Dragon1 is a square with interface handles:
Types of Components
Common types of components are:
- Business Component
- Application Component
- IT Infrastructure Component
- Core Component
- Additional Component
Further reading
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