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deployment

/dɪˈplɔɪ.mənt/

[/dɪˈplɔɪ.mənt/]

releasing to use

Advancednoun

Definition

The act of putting software, resources, or personnel into active use or operation.

Example

The deployment of the new release went smoothly thanks to thorough automated testing.

The deployment of the new release went smoothly thanks to thorough automated testing.

Etymology

From French 'déployer' (to unfold); the software sense is recent.

How & Where It’s Used

Common in software operations and military logistics.

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