[computer science] In computer science, interchangeability is an ability that an object can be replaced by another object without affecting code using the object. That chance usually requires two objects share an interface that is either same strictly or compatible in particular case. See encapsulation article for detail. ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interchangeability_(computer_science)
The characteristic of a design that allows direct replacement of one item with another without requiring any modifications. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20870