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Mjukvaruundantag, or software exceptions, are events that occur during the execution of a computer program that disrupt the normal flow of instructions. When a software exception occurs, the program's execution is immediately halted, and control is transferred to a special piece of code designed to handle the exception. This handler can then decide how to respond, which might include reporting the error, attempting to recover, or terminating the program gracefully.

Exceptions are a fundamental part of modern programming languages and operating systems, providing a structured way to manage errors and unexpected conditions. Common causes of software exceptions include division by zero, attempting to access memory that is not allocated, or invalid input data. Without exception handling, such errors would likely lead to program crashes or unpredictable behavior.

The process of exception handling typically involves a "try" block, where the code that might cause an exception is placed, and one or more "catch" or "except" blocks that define how to deal with specific types of exceptions. If an exception occurs within the try block, the program searches for a matching catch block to execute. If no matching catch block is found, the exception may propagate up the call stack, potentially leading to a program termination if it reaches the top level without being handled. This mechanism allows developers to anticipate and manage potential issues, leading to more robust and reliable software.