active update

[/ˈæktɪv ˈʌpdeɪt/]
nounpl: active updates
atualização ativa
1. A software update that is currently being applied, installed, or running on a system without requiring a system restart or complete shutdown
The server received an active update that improved its performance without any downtime.
O servidor recebeu uma atualização ativa que melhorou seu desempenho sem qualquer tempo de parada.
2. An update process that modifies or enhances running software or systems in real-time while they remain operational
Active updates allow users to continue working while critical security patches are being applied.
As atualizações ativas permitem que os usuários continuem trabalhando enquanto patches de segurança críticos são aplicados.
This term is primarily used in technical and IT contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil's growing tech sector, particularly in São Paulo's startup ecosystem, active updates are highly valued for business continuity. In the USA, this concept is integral to cloud computing and DevOps practices, reflecting a culture of continuous improvement and minimal disruption.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
live updateonline updatereal-time updaterolling updateseamless update
Antonyms / Antônimos
offline updateinactive updatescheduled updaterestart update

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atualização ativa
Standard term used in tech documentation and IT sectors across Brazil
São Paulo
atualização ativa
Commonly used in technology companies and corporate environments
Portugal
atualização ativa
Used in Portuguese tech sector with same meaning as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

software updatepatchupgradesystem maintenancedeploymentversion control

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep the system running
update on the fly
zero-downtime deployment
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