Topic: Types of Defects !!!

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   Types of Defects
Defects
that are detected by the tester are classified into categories by the
nature of the defect. The following are the classification 

Showstopper (X):
The impact of the defect is severe and the system cannot go into the
production environment without resolving the defect since an interim
solution may not be available.

Critical (C):
The impact of the defect is severe, however an interim solution is
available. The defect should not hinder the test process in any way.

Non critical (N):
All defects that are not in the X or C category are deemed to be in the
N category. These are also the defects that could potentially be
resolved via documentation and user training. These can be Graphic User
Interface (GUI) defects are some minor field level observations.

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tanushree Senior Member Joined: 04Apr2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 2160	Topic: Types of Defects !!! Posted: 15Oct2007 at 3:38am
	Types of Defects Defects that are detected by the tester are classified into categories by the nature of the defect. The following are the classification Showstopper (X): The impact of the defect is severe and the system cannot go into the production environment without resolving the defect since an interim solution may not be available. Critical (C): The impact of the defect is severe, however an interim solution is available. The defect should not hinder the test process in any way. Non critical (N): All defects that are not in the X or C category are deemed to be in the N category. These are also the defects that could potentially be resolved via documentation and user training. These can be Graphic User Interface (GUI) defects are some minor field level observations. Post Resume: Click here to Upload your Resume & Apply for Jobs

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