configure
v.to set up or arrange something so it works the way you want it to. People usually use this when talking about computer software or hardware settings.
v.to arrange or set up the parts or settings of something for a specific purpose or task. Often refers to the customisation of software parameters or hardware components to ensure compatibility and performance.
“I need to configure my new email account.”
“The technician will configure the office network to ensure all computers can access the shared printer.”
“Before deploying the application to the production server, the developers must carefully configure the security protocols to prevent unauthorised access to the database.”
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, such as a device, software, or system.
From Old French configurer, from Latin configurare. See configurate.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.