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Software testing is a method of assessing the functionality of a software program. There are many different types of software testing but the two main categories are dynamic testing and static testing.

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Dynamic testing is an assessment that is conducted while the program is executed; static testing, on the other hand, is an examination of the program's code and associated documentation. Dynamic and static methods are often used together. 

This was last updated in December 2012
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  • dynamic testing

    - Dynamic testing is a method of assessing the feasibility of a software program by giving input and examining output (I/O). The dynamic method requires that the code be compiled and run. (WhatIs.com)

  • static testing

    - Static testing is a software testing method that involves examination of the program's code and its associated documentation but does not require the program be executed. (WhatIs.com)

  • exploratory testing

    - Exploratory testing is an approach to software assessment that integrates learning about the program with designing the test and conducting the testing processes. The simultaneous process ensures t... (WhatIs.com)

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