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A function is a goal that can be accomplished with a product, service, process, practice, system, application, document, component, machine or environment. For example, an aircraft that can land.
A feature is a tool that helps to accomplishes functions. For example, the wheels of an aircraft are features that support functions such as landing and taking off.

Functions vs Features

Functions describe what something does. It is goal based. For example, a messaging app allows you to communicate.
Features are the tools that accomplish functions. For example, a "send" button on a messaging app is a feature.
Function vs Feature
Function
Feature
Definition
A goal or objective accomplished by a product or service.
A tool that helps to achieve functions.
Examples
Tasks
Activities
Calculations
Outputs
Doors
Buttons
Menus
Robotic Arms

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