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	Examples of systems that use graceful degradation include web applications that continue to function at a reduced level of performance in the event of high traffic or network congestion, and aircraft control systems that can continue to operate with reduced functionality in the event of a failure or other disruption.		Examples of systems that use graceful degradation include web applications that continue to function at a reduced level of performance in the event of high traffic or network congestion, and aircraft control systems that can continue to operate with reduced functionality in the event of a failure or other disruption.
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		+	== See Also ==
		+	*[[IT Strategy (Information Technology Strategy)]]
		+	*[[IT Governance]]
		+	*[[Enterprise Architecture]]
		+	*[[Chief Information Officer (CIO)]]
		+	*[[IT Sourcing (Information Technology Sourcing)]]
		+	*[[IT Operations (Information Technology Operations)]]
		+	*[[E-Strategy]]
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−	~~'''Content Coming Soon'''~~	+	Graceful degradation is a concept in software and system design that refers to the ability of a system to continue functioning at a reduced level of performance or functionality in the event of a failure or other unexpected event. It is a way to ensure that a system remains operational and minimizes the impact of failures or other disruptions.
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		+	The purpose of graceful degradation is to ensure that a system can continue to provide a basic level of service or functionality, even if certain components or subsystems fail or experience problems. By allowing a system to degrade gracefully, designers can minimize the impact of outages or other disruptions, and ensure that the system remains operational for as long as possible.
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		+	The key components of graceful degradation include the ability to detect failures or other disruptions, the ability to isolate and contain the impact of those failures, and the ability to continue providing some level of service or functionality despite the disruption. In addition, graceful degradation often includes features such as fault tolerance, redundancy, and failover capabilities, which can help to minimize the impact of disruptions and ensure that the system remains operational.
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		+	The importance of graceful degradation lies in its ability to ensure that a system remains operational in the face of unexpected events or failures. By providing a basic level of service or functionality, even when certain components or subsystems fail, designers can minimize the impact of disruptions and ensure that the system continues to meet the needs of its users.
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		+	The history of graceful degradation dates back to the early days of computing when system failures were much more common than they are today. Designers of early computer systems recognized the need for systems that could continue functioning in the face of failures or other disruptions, and this led to the development of techniques such as fault tolerance, redundancy, and failover capabilities.
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		+	Some of the benefits of graceful degradation include increased system availability, improved system reliability, and reduced downtime. By allowing a system to continue functioning at a reduced level of performance or functionality, designers can minimize the impact of outages or other disruptions, and ensure that the system remains operational for as long as possible. Additionally, graceful degradation can help to ensure that critical services or functionality remain available even in the event of a failure or other disruption.
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		+	Despite its benefits, graceful degradation also has some drawbacks. One of the main challenges is the complexity involved in designing systems that can degrade gracefully. The development and implementation of graceful degradation require significant time, resources, and expertise, and may involve trade-offs between performance, functionality, and cost.
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		+	Examples of systems that use graceful degradation include web applications that continue to function at a reduced level of performance in the event of high traffic or network congestion, and aircraft control systems that can continue to operate with reduced functionality in the event of a failure or other disruption.

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