ACID
Updated: 04/09/2024 by Computer Hope
ACID may refer to any of the following:
1. ACID is a programming mnemonic acronym that stands for "atomic, consistent, isolated, and durable," and defines transactions.
- Atomic - The transaction is a single unit. Everything succeeds or everything fails.
- Consistent - Before and after the transaction; the system is in a valid state.
- Isolated - The transaction does not rely on or affect another concurrent operation.
- Durable - The transaction is saved to disk when finished and is not lost if the system crashes.
2. Acid3 is a test to determine an Internet browser's compliance with web standards.
3. An acid is a molecule or ion that donates a proton or from a covalent bond with an electron pair. Acids are sour to the taste and have a pH of less than 7.
4. Acid is a colloquial term for the drug LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide).