12 Questions
What is a 'Repository' in version control systems?
The working copy where files are stored
What does 'Commit' mean in version control terminology?
A version or 'checkpoint' that can be revisited
What is a 'Branch' in version control systems?
A separate copy of the code base that can evolve independently
What does 'Merge' refer to in version control systems?
Copying changes from one branch to another
What does 'Conflict' signify in the context of version control?
Two or more conflicting changes to the same file
How is 'GitHub' related to 'Git'?
Git and GitHub are independent of each other
What is the main disadvantage of a Centralized Version Control System?
Single point of failure
Which type of Version Control System involves machines fully mirroring the repository?
Distributed VCS
What is the purpose of branching in Version Control Systems?
To isolate code for modification
Which Version Control System is an example of a Centralized VCS?
Subversion
In Distributed Version Control Systems, what may make mirroring large repositories impractical?
Large files or long histories
What does a Local Version Control System primarily keep track of?
File versions using patch sets
Explore the concepts of local, centralized, and distributed version control systems and the differences between them. Learn about the benefits of each type of version control system and their use cases.
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