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

by Ategon ·
It refers to a coding mistake that "bugs" the software.
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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.
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