1. An alternative route or data storage location used when the primary path or system fails or becomes unavailable
The network has a backup path to ensure continuous connectivity in case the main line goes down.
A rede possui um caminho de backup para garantir conectividade contínua caso a linha principal falhe.
2. In computing, a secondary route for data transmission or a redundant storage mechanism
The system automatically switches to the backup path when it detects a failure on the primary route.
O sistema muda automaticamente para o caminho de backup quando detecta uma falha na rota primária.