autonomic computing
nounAutonomic computing is when computers can fix and take care of themselves without people helping.
With autonomic computing, the system noticed a problem and repaired itself before anyone even called for help.
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2. A computing model inspired by the human nervous system, where systems manage themselves according to high-level goals.
Researchers described autonomic computing as giving networks a kind of digital reflex.
3. The field of study focused on building software that monitors, configures, and repairs itself.
She wrote her thesis on autonomic computing and self-optimizing servers.
4. A design approach in which IT systems handle routine maintenance tasks automatically.
The data center adopted autonomic computing to reduce the need for manual updates.