stress testing
Definition
Manufacturing: A test conducted on some equipment to determine how much of a load the system can handle before it breaks or reaches its limit. A stress test is often used to determine the maximum load on software, and to evaluate if the software will be able to operate correctly in certain common situations.
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stress testing is in the Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology subject.
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