Snapshot
Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-001127
A saved state of a system, virtual machine, or data at a particular point in time. This capture includes the configuration, memory, and disk state, allowing the system to be reverted to that exact condition later. Snapshots are frequently used for backup, testing, or recovery purposes without affecting the original system.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CMP-001127 |
|---|---|
| Field | Computing and IT |
| Subject | Software |
Record as JSON
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