A system is a set of independent things that are interconnected in a way that causes them to produce their own patterns over time. It consists of three kinds of things: elements, interconnections, and a function or purpose. Each part is vital to the system's function. The function or purpose is often the least obvious, but the most crucial determinant of a system's behavior. Over time, the system's patterns are largely internal, although they can be impacted by outside factors.
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