De patch
Example: De patch voor de software loste meerdere beveiligingsproblemen op.
Definition
"Patch" in IT refers to a software update designed to fix bugs, security vulnerabilities, or improve functionality. It is commonly applied to existing programs to enhance performance or resolve issues without replacing the entire software.
Etymology
The word "patch" originally comes from the Old English 'pæcce', meaning a piece of cloth used to mend or cover a hole. In computing, it was adopted to describe small fixes or updates that 'patch' or repair software problems, just like sewing a patch on clothes.
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"De patch" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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