What are the differences between these three words Error,
Defect and Bug.

Answer Posted / rahul

BUG/DEFECT/ERROR :-

.Software is said to have BUG if it features deviates from specifications.

.Software is said to have DEFECT if it has unwanted side effects.

.Software is said to have ERROR if it gives incorrect out put.

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