Alpha and Beta testing are forms of

Answer: Acceptance Testing

Why:

• Alpha testing — performed internally or with a small group to identify issues before wider release; done in a controlled environment.

• Beta testing — released to selected external users to validate the product in real-world conditions and gather feedback prior to full release.

• Both are forms of acceptance testing because their primary goal is to confirm the product meets user requirements and is ready for release.

• Relation to other testing types: these tests typically come after system testing. They focus on user acceptance rather than internal code structure (white-box). While they often use black-box techniques, the correct classification is acceptance testing.