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The installation and setup of technical facilities, devices, or systems, such as heating, plumbing, or electrical systems.
Ein Fachmann übernahm die Installation der neuen Klimaanlage.
A specialist handled the installation of the new air-conditioning system.
The noun 'Installation' (installation) is derived from the verb 'installieren' (to install). The ending '-ation' often forms feminine nouns from verbs and indicates a process or its result.
Wir müssen einen Termin für die Installation der neuen Küche vereinbaren.
We need to arrange an appointment for the installation of the new kitchen.
You can easily recognize the exact meaning of 'Installation' (installation) from context. In skilled trades, it is about devices and systems; on a computer, about software; and in a museum, about a work of art.
Die Installation des neuen Druckers war kinderleicht.
The installation of the new printer was child's play.
In the technical field, 'Installation' (installation) is often associated with skilled trades and construction. Typical phrases are 'die Installation der Heizung' (the installation of the heating system), 'der elektrischen Anlagen' (of the electrical systems), or 'der Sanitäranlagen' (of the plumbing systems).
Die Installation der Solaranlage auf dem Dach dauert zwei Tage.
The installation of the solar system on the roof takes two days.
In a computer context, people talk about the 'Installation eines Programms' (installation of a program), 'eines Betriebssystems' (of an operating system), or 'eines Updates' (of an update). Common verbs are 'starten' (to start), 'abschließen' (to complete), or 'abbrechen' (to cancel).
Während der Installation sollten Sie den Computer nicht ausschalten.
During the installation, you should not turn off the computer.
In an art context, the word is often combined with a material or medium. Examples are 'Licht-Installation' (light installation), 'Klang-Installation' (sound installation), or 'Video-Installation' (video installation).
Die Künstlerin wurde für ihre raumfüllenden Installationen berühmt.
The artist became famous for her room-filling installations.
furnishings / institution / setup
'die Einrichtung' and 'die Installation' can both refer to the process of getting something ready to use. 'Einrichtung' is more general: you organize, adjust, or prepare a system. This can be software, but also a new account or a workstation. 'Installation' is more technical and refers to installing or setting up systems, devices, or programs. The words can be confused because with software you often hear both. Put simply: installation gets the program or device onto the system. Setup often then makes sure that everything is configured correctly and ready to use.
Nach der Arbeit übernimmt der Techniker die Installation der neuen Heizung.
After work, the technician will handle the installation of the new heating system.
Die Einrichtung des neuen E-Mail-Kontos dauert nur wenige Minuten.
Setting up the new email account takes only a few minutes.