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An exception is an unprecedented event that occurs after the execution of a software program, disrupting the normal flow of instructions. Various kinds of errors, including programing errors, hard disk crashes, and loss of connectivity, can result in exceptions. Typically, computer programmers can anticipate exceptions and address them within the code of a program. This practice is known as exception handling.
Data loss can be devastating for SMBs, affecting their ability to make data-driven business decisions. Computer exceptions can result in errors that cause computer programs to terminate without warning, resulting in the loss of unsaved data. To avoid data loss due to exceptions, SMBs should regularly update their computer programs and back up their digital files.