Workaround
Workaround
Workaround (/ˈwɜːrkəˌraʊnd/) is a method for overcoming a problem or limitation in a program or system. It is typically a temporary fix that implies that a genuine solution to the problem is needed. But workarounds are typically used when such a solution cannot be achieved from a practical perspective.
Etymology
The term "workaround" is believed to have originated in the mid-20th century from the field of computer science. It is a compound of the words "work" and "around", which is indicative of the action of bypassing an obstacle or problem.
Related Terms
- Bug: A bug is an error, flaw or fault in a computer program or system that causes it to produce an incorrect or unexpected result, or to behave in unintended ways. Workarounds are often used to deal with bugs when a direct fix is not feasible.
- Patch: A patch is a set of changes to a computer program or its supporting data designed to update, fix, or improve it. This includes fixing security vulnerabilities and other bugs, with such patches usually being called bugfixes or bug fixes. Patches are often used as permanent solutions to problems for which a workaround was initially used.
- Hotfix: A hotfix or quick-fix engineering update (QFE update) is a single, cumulative package that includes information (often in the form of one or more files) that is used to address a problem in a software product (i.e., a software bug). Like a patch, a hotfix is a more permanent solution to a problem that might initially be addressed with a workaround.
- Software: Software is a collection of data or computer instructions that tell the computer how to work. Workarounds are often used in the context of software, particularly when dealing with bugs or other issues.
- Hardware: Hardware refers to the physical parts of a computer and related devices. Internal hardware devices include motherboards, hard drives, and RAM. External hardware devices include monitors, keyboards, mice, printers, and scanners. Workarounds can also be used to deal with issues related to hardware.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Workaround
- Wikipedia's article - Workaround
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