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Conceptual framework: Differences
- Adaptability
- How does system deal with change
- Natural systems evolved
- No spontaneous change of defining parameters
- Adaptation as a result of unstable previous states, to meet the changing demands placed upon by environment
- Technical systems
- Intentional design and manufacturing to provide solution to a specific, practical problem
- Suitable to perform a number of specific tasks
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