Chapter 1 Software Durability Concepts

DOI: 10.1201/9781003322351-1

1.1 Objectives

The digital age has necessitated the use of high-quality software in all the spheres of present-day interactions, be it in education, financial institutions, healthcare, or other commercial purposes. However, the phenomenal growth in the use of software is accompanied by a consequent increase in the complexity of the system. More complex features inbuilt into the system compromise the durability as well as the security of the system in use. Despite the best efforts of the developers, achieving the desired level and extent of durability in high-quality software is still a challenging task.

Software’s lifespan is determined by several factors, including its development ...

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