Because of its vitality, the computing field is always in desperate need of new cliches: Banality soothes our nerves.
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The only way to make software secure, reliable, and fast is to make it small.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Simplifying software can enhance its security, reliability, and performance.
Andrew S. Tanenbaum emphasizes that small, manageable software components are crucial for achieving higher levels of security, reliability, and speed. By reducing complexity, developers can more easily identify and address vulnerabilities, bugs, and performance bottlenecks, leading to better overall software quality.
Themes
SoftwareSecurityReliabilityPerformanceSimplicity
In practice
Example use cases
In a software engineering seminar, mentioning this quote can underscore the importance of minimalistic design.
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