Der Patch
Example: Der Patch behebt mehrere Sicherheitslücken im Betriebssystem.
Definition
"Der Patch" refers to a software update designed to fix bugs, close security vulnerabilities, or improve the functionality of a computer program or operating system. For example, a patch can repair several security holes in the operating system to enhance its safety and performance.
Etymology
The word "der Patch" comes from the English term 'patch,' originally meaning a piece of cloth used to mend holes in fabric. In computing, this concept was borrowed to describe small pieces of code that 'mend' software issues. Did you know? The term gained popularity in the IT world during the early days of software development.
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"Der Patch" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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