Background for debugging

debugging

/diːˈbʌɡɪŋ/

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verb

To search for and eliminate malfunctioning elements or errors in something, especially a computer program or machinery.

Examples :

"The programmer spent the afternoon debugging the new software, fixing all the errors that caused it to crash. "

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verb

To remove a hidden electronic surveillance device from (somewhere).

Examples :

"The IT technician had to debug the classroom computer, as it kept showing strange messages, suggesting a hidden surveillance device. "

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verb

To remove insects from (somewhere), especially lice.

Examples :

"After spending the day playing outside in the woods, the children needed debugging to remove any ticks or lice. "

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noun

The process of finding and resolving bugs or defects that prevent correct operation of computer software or a system.

Examples :

"The software team spent the entire afternoon on debugging the new application to fix the login problem. "

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