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What is the origin of the term "bug" in the context of computer programming?

by Ategon · 1 year ago
It refers to a coding mistake that "bugs" the software.
% (1 guesses)
It was named after a character in an early computer game.
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It was inspired by the Latin word "bogus," meaning false.
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It originated from a literal insect found inside a computer.
% (29 guesses)
It originated from a literal insect found inside a computer.
96.67% (29 guesses)
It refers to a coding mistake that "bugs" the software.
3.33% (1 guesses)
It was named after a character in an early computer game.
0% (0 guesses)
It was inspired by the Latin word "bogus," meaning false.
0% (0 guesses)
Guesses: 30 (from 30 participants)
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