<P> Backward compatibility is a property of a system, product, or technology that allows for interoperability with an older legacy system, or with input designed for such a system, especially in telecommunications and computing . Backward compatibility is sometimes also called downward compatibility . </P> <P> Modifying a system in a way that does not allow backward compatibility is sometimes called "breaking" backward compatibility . </P> <P> A complementary concept is forward compatibility . A design that is forward - compatible usually has a roadmap for compatibility with future standards and products . </P>

Which of the following is an advantage of making a new generation of technology backward compatible