Meaning of the word porting in English

What does porting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

porting

US /ˈpɔːrtɪŋ/
UK /ˈpɔːtɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the process of adapting software or hardware to function in a different environment

Example:
The porting of the game to the new console took several months.
We specialize in cross-platform porting solutions.
2.

the act of carrying or conveying something

Example:
The porting of goods from the ship to the warehouse was efficient.
Manual porting of heavy equipment requires careful planning.