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not-programmable vs non-programmable

Both "not-programmable" and "non-programmable" are correct constructions in English. They are used to describe something that cannot be programmed. The choice between the two depends on personal preference or the style guide being followed.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 975 views

not-programmable

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe something that cannot be programmed.

This phrase is used to indicate that a particular device or system cannot be programmed to perform certain functions.

Examples:

The old model of the thermostat is not-programmable.
This type of lock is not-programmable and cannot be integrated into the smart home system.

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It comprises a controller with active and passive components, for example, transistors, diodes, a processor, resistors, capacitors and inductors. The controller is not programmable.
Classification under CN code 85371091 is excluded as the unit is only used for the electrical control of the engagement of the appropriate gear of the automatic transmission of a motor vehicle and the controller is not programmable.
Provision will be made for those countries which, due to exceptional circumstances, can not access normal programmable resources.
In the 2002 Monterrey Consensus and the Council Conclusions of April 2006, donors recognised the importance of ensuring that resources provided for debt relief do not detract from the programmable aid resources intended for developing countries.
Note 1:4A003.c. controls only"electronic assemblies" and programmable interconnections not exceeding the limit specified in 4A003.b. when shipped as unintegrated "electronic assemblies".
Note 1: 4A003.c. applies only to "electronic assemblies" and programmable interconnections not exceeding the limit in 4A003.b. when shipped as unintegrated "electronic assemblies".
c. controls only "electronic assemblies" and programmable interconnections not exceeding the limit specified in 4A003.b. when shipped as unintegrated "electronic assemblies".
Note 1: 4A003.c. controls only "electronic assemblies" and programmable interconnections not exceeding the limit specified in 4A003.b. when shipped as unintegrated "electronic assemblies".

Alternatives:

non-programmable
cannot be programmed
incapable of being programmed
unprogrammable
lacks programmability

non-programmable

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe something that cannot be programmed.

This phrase is used to indicate that a particular device or system cannot be programmed to perform certain functions.

Examples:

The new model of the thermostat is non-programmable.
This device is non-programmable and has limited customization options.

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Operations funded within the framework of this Decision can take the form of programmable or non-programmable aid.
This non-programmable aid has amounted to EUR 24 million since 1997.This year it is envisaged that about EUR 10 million will be made available for these kinds of interventions.
11. As presented, the financial information now makes it impossible to compare the sums channelled into projects, budget support and non-programmable aid [0] under the ninth EDF with those under earlier EDFs.

Alternatives:

not-programmable
cannot be programmed
incapable of being programmed
unprogrammable
lacks programmability

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