fault-tolerant algorithm

[fɔlt ˈtɑːlərənt ˈælɡərɪðəm]
nounpl: fault-tolerant algorithms
algoritmo tolerante a falhas
1. A computational algorithm designed to continue operating correctly even when some of its components fail or produce incorrect results
The distributed system uses a fault-tolerant algorithm to ensure data consistency across multiple servers.
O sistema distribuído usa um algoritmo tolerante a falhas para garantir consistência de dados em vários servidores.
2. An algorithm that can detect, handle, and recover from errors without compromising its overall performance or output
Byzantine fault-tolerant algorithms allow systems to reach consensus even when some nodes behave maliciously.
Algoritmos tolerantes a falhas bizantinas permitem que sistemas atinjam consenso mesmo quando alguns nós se comportam de forma maliciosa.
This is specialized technical terminology used primarily in computer science, software engineering, and distributed systems development. The term is consistent across English and Portuguese technical communities and is essential in industries requiring high reliability such as aerospace, banking, telecommunications, and cloud computing. In Brazil, the adoption of this terminology reflects the growth of the tech industry and software development sector.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
resilient algorithmrobust algorithmerror-tolerant algorithmfailure-resistant algorithm
Antonyms / Antônimos
fragile algorithmbrittle algorithmfailure-prone algorithm

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
algoritmo tolerante a falhas
Standard technical terminology used in software engineering and computer science
Portugal
algoritmo tolerante a falhas
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese; consistent across Portuguese-speaking regions in technical contexts
USA Technical
fault-tolerant algorithm
Standard term in American computer science and engineering literature

Related Words

Byzantine fault toleranceredundancyerror detectionconsensus algorithmdistributed computingsystem reliability

Related Idioms & Phrases

graceful degradation
keeping the system afloat
fail-safe mechanism
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