Dictionary definition(s) for: fixed form

• n., The quality of a record that ensures its content remains complete and unaltered.
  See Also:

  • fixity
  • bounded variability
  • stable
• a., Once output is created, it is immutable. If it needs to be changed, either an update must be appended or a new version must be created.
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