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Patch (computing)


 

In computing, a patch is a software update meant to fix problems with a computer program. This can range from fixing bugs, to replacing graphics, to improving the usability or performance of a previous version. The term probably originates from the Unix patch command written by Larry Wall. Though meant to fix problems, patches can sometimes introduce new problems.

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Computing - Software - Computer program - Bugs - Usability - Performance - Version - Unix patch command - Larry Wall

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