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2. Patch (computing) - Wikipedia

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   In the case of operating systems and computer server software, patches have the particularly important role of fixing security holes. Some critical patches involve issues with drivers. [5] Patches may require prior application of other patches, or may require prior or concurrent updates of several independent software components.

3. Patch management - Wikipedia

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   Patch management is concerned with the identification, acquisition, distribution, and installation of patches to systems. Proper patch management can be a net productivity boost for the organization. Patches can be used to defend against and eliminate potential vulnerabilities of a system, so that no threats may exploit them. Problems can arise ...

4. Service pack - Wikipedia

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   Companies often release a service pack when the number of individual patches to a given program reaches a certain (arbitrary) limit, or the software release has shown to be stabilized with a limited number of remaining issues based on users' feedback and bug reports. In large software applications such as office suites, operating systems ...

5. Upstream (software development) - Wikipedia

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   A patch sent upstream is offered to the original authors or maintainers of the software. If accepted, the authors or maintainers will include the patch in their software, either immediately or in a future release. If rejected, the person who submitted the patch will have to maintain his or her own distribution of the author's software.

6. Hotfix - Wikipedia

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   Over time, the meaning has shifted to an update that is created with urgency or released outside the normal update cycle for the software. Applying (installing) a hotfix generally involves the same process as any software update. Most modern operating systems and desktop applications can download and apply updates automatically.

7. Software aging - Wikipedia

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   Software aging has several causes, including the inability of old software to adapt to changing needs or changing technology platforms, and the tendency of software patches to introduce further errors. As the software gets older it becomes less well-suited to its purpose and will eventually stop functioning as it should.