parameter

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Definition(s):

A value that is used to control the operation of a function or that is used by a function to compute one or more outputs.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-133 Rev. 2 under Parameter
NIST SP 800-152 under Parameter

See organization-defined control parameter.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5

Glossary Comments

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