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installation
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.
installation
The setup of software or programs on a computer or another electronic device.
Die Installation des neuen Betriebssystems dauerte nur etwa 20 Minuten.
The installation of the new operating system took only about 20 minutes.
installation
A form of modern art in which objects or media are arranged throughout a space to create a particular effect.
Die Künstlerin ist bekannt für ihre beeindruckenden Licht-Installationen.
The artist is known for her impressive light installations.
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.
facility / attachment / investment
Anlage and Installation can both be used in connection with permanently installed technology. Installation emphasizes the process of fitting and setting it up, while Anlage refers to the technical system once it is ready for operation. Use „Installation“ for the process and „Anlage“ for the completed unit.
Die Installation der neuen Heizungsanlage im Keller dauerte zwei Tage.
Installing the new heating system in the basement took two days.
Nach dem Einbau läuft die neue Anlage im Keller zuverlässig.
After it was installed, the new system in the basement operated reliably.
