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Patch Tuesday
The day Microsoft releases new patches for Windows, which is the second Tuesday of the month. Also called "Black Tuesday." See patch.
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Definition: Patch Tuesday
The day Microsoft releases new patches for Windows, which is the second Tuesday of the month. Also called "Black Tuesday." See patch.
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