What is another word for subsystems?
Pronunciation: [sˈʌbsɪstəmz] (IPA) 
Subsystems are a collection of interrelated components that work together to perform a specific function within a larger system. Synonyms for the word subsystems are units, modules, segments, and components. Units refer to self-contained parts of the main system that work independently of each other. Modules are interchangeable parts of a system, designed to be easily added or removed as required. Segments are segments of a larger system, which can operate independently of the system as a whole. Components are individual parts of a system, which together form the subsystems. These words are often used interchangeably with subsystems, but each has its own specific meaning in relation to the system being described.
