Conformance testing, also known as compliance testing, is a type of software testing that verifies whether a system or software application conforms to specified standards, requirements, or specifications. The purpose of conformance testing is to ensure that a system or software product meets the predefined criteria for functionality, interoperability, performance, security, or other relevant attributes.
Conformance testing involves testing against a set of predefined rules, guidelines, or standards, which could be industry standards, regulatory standards, internal organizational standards, or other specifications. These standards may be developed by standardization organizations, industry consortia, regulatory bodies, or other relevant entities. Examples of standards that may require conformance testing include ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) standards, IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) standards, and W3C (World Wide Web Consortium) standards, among others.
Conformance testing typically involves comparing the behaviour or performance of the system or software product being tested against the requirements specified in the standards or specifications. It may involve a combination of automated testing tools, manual testing, and other testing techniques to determine if the system or software product complies with the specified standards. Conformance testing helps ensure that systems or software products adhere to established standards and are compatible with other systems or products in the intended environment, which can be crucial for interoperability, compatibility, and compliance with industry or regulatory requirements.
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