Software Testing Glossary

The test is considered to be passed if its actual results match the expected results.

The rules for determining whether a test element passed a test or not.

Testing technique that consists in monitoring results of a running system without introducing any special test data.

The sequence of events (such as executable statements) in the component or system from input to output.

The percentage of paths that have been exercised by a test suite.

Drawing up a set of input values to ensure the implementation of a specific path.

Test development based on the use of the white box testing where tests are created to verify the path.

Reviewing of the developed software product conducted by developers in order to find defects and make improvements.

Testing method which evaluates security of a computer system or network by simulating an attack from a malicious source.

The degree to which a system or component performs its functions in accordance to the processing time.