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If "Master/Slave" terminology in computing sounds bad now, why not change it to "Dom/Sub"? (lemmy.dbzer0.com)

submitted 4 months ago by Someonelol@lemmy.dbzer0.com to c/showerthoughts@lemmy.world

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It sounds way less offensive to those who decry the original terminology's problematic roots but still keeps its meaning intact.

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[–] azl@lemmy.sdf.org 3 points 4 months ago

This also works for binary cable or interface connectors formerly known as "male" and "female".

[–] 4lan@lemmy.world 3 points 4 months ago (2 children)

I renamed our blacklist to the blocklist and not one person noticed.

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[–] ristoril_zip@lemmy.zip 2 points 4 months ago

I use it if it's already in use, but if I'm starting a new design I try to avoid "Master" and I really try to avoid "Slave"

[–] TypicalHog@lemm.ee 2 points 4 months ago (4 children)

If anyone is offended by this CS term - you are a certified soyflake.

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[–] menixator@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 3 months ago

I really hope they adopt this. Not just for tech. To me, the world would become a little bit more interesting with a payment card called a DomCard™ in it.

[–] BlucifersVeinyAnus@sh.itjust.works 2 points 4 months ago

Tab A; Slot B

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