Software maintenance
What is software maintenance?
Software maintenance refers to the continuous process of checking, updating and optimizing software applications to ensure their performance, security and functionality. This process includes correcting errors (bug fixes), installing security updates and adapting the software to new requirements or technological changes.
Types and advantages
Software maintenance is divided into four main types:
- Corrective maintenance: Elimination of errors and security gaps.
- Adaptive maintenance: Adaptation of the software to changes in the IT environment, e.g. operating system updates.
- Perfecting maintenance: improving software performance and user-friendliness.
- Preventive maintenance: Prevention of potential future problems.
Software maintenance ensures that applications remain secure, reliable and efficient. It minimizes system failures, protects against cyberattacks and extends the service life of the software. Companies benefit from lower IT downtime costs and higher customer satisfaction.