In software testing, beta testing is the testing performed by _______________.
2021
In software testing, beta testing is the testing performed by _______________.
- A.
potential customers at the developer's location
- B.
potential customers at their own locations
- C.
product developers at the customer's location
- D.
product developers at their own locations
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Correct answer: B
Answer: Beta testing is performed by potential customers at their own locations.
Explanation: Beta testing involves releasing a near-final version of the product to actual users so they can use it in their normal environments. This helps uncover issues that may not appear in lab or developer-controlled settings.
Key characteristics of beta testing: real users, real environments, and real usage scenarios.
Primary goals: identify usability issues, compatibility problems, and any defects that occur under real-world conditions.
Contrast with alpha testing: alpha testing is usually done by developers or internal testers in a controlled environment (often at the developer's location).
Example: A software company releases a beta build to selected customers who install and use it on their own computers to report bugs and feedback before the official public release.
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