Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Define Errors, Fault, Failures




A human being can make an error(mistake),which produces a defect (fault,bug) in the code, in software system. If a defect in code is executed ,the system will fail to do what it should do, causing a failure.

Error (Mistake): A human action that produces an incorrect result.
Eg. programming errors like syntax error, semantic errors etc

Fault (Defect / Bug): Manifestation of an error in software or in implementation OR
A Fault, if encountered during execution, may cause a failure of the component or system. OR Fault is a condition that causes the software to fail to perform its required function.Defects are usually found in post production.

Failure:Deviation of the software from its expected delivery or service or result.
Failure implies presence of defects. OR In ability of a system to perform the Functionality according to its Requirements. Failure is an event; fault is a state of the software, caused by an error
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