halt function

[/hɔːlt ˈfʌŋkʃən/]
nounpl: halt functions
função de parada
1. A command or operation that stops the execution of a program, process, or system
The halt function was triggered when the system detected a critical error.
A função de parada foi acionada quando o sistema detectou um erro crítico.
2. In computing, a function that terminates or suspends the operation of a device or application
Press Ctrl+C to activate the halt function and stop the running process.
Pressione Ctrl+C para ativar a função de parada e interromper o processo em execução.
3. A built-in routine in software or hardware designed to cease operations safely
The emergency halt function ensures the machine stops immediately in case of danger.
A função de parada de emergência garante que a máquina pare imediatamente em caso de perigo.
This is a technical term primarily used in computing and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese technical documentation, 'função de parada' is the standard term, while Portugal tends to use 'função de paragem'. The term reflects the globalized nature of software development and technology sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stop functionterminate functionshutdown functionabort function
Antonyms / Antônimos
continue functionresume functionstart functionrun function

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função de parada
Standard technical term used in computing and programming contexts
Portugal
função de paragem
European Portuguese preference for 'paragem' over 'parada'
Technical Documentation
função de halting
Sometimes used in direct translation for technical specifications

Related Words

halt commandsystem shutdownprocess terminationemergency stopinterrupt

Related Idioms & Phrases

bring something to a halt
call a halt to something
grinding halt
emergency halt
system-wide halt
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