Socket error 10054 is caused by accidental shutdowns, dropped internet connections, or proxy servers disabling server connections. Disabling firewalls and resetting devices can fix the issue. Computers are rife with potential errors and, of all of them, socket error 10054 is one of the easier ones to fix. This error is usually caused accidentally when […]
Socket error 10051 occurs when a computer can’t connect to another network or server due to an unreachable network, firewall restrictions, downed or damaged router/modem, or misconfiguration. Troubleshoot by disabling the firewall, resetting the router/modem, checking for misconfiguration, and configuring the computer to talk to only one router. A socket error, such as socket error […]
The error vector magnitude (EVM) is a ratio used to measure radio signal performance by calculating the difference between the measured signal strength and the ideal strength. It is often expressed as a Receive Constellation Error (RCE) and can be used to identify signal degradation and its source. EVM is measured using specialized software and […]
A clerical error is a mistake made by an employee recording or transmitting a document, which can change its meaning. Procedures are in place to correct them, but they are distinct from making other changes. Scribe’s error refers to legal documents. Errors should be caught before finalizing a document, but if not, it can still […]
Independent failure is a key concept in assembly design for manufacturing, allowing for single component failures without shutting down the entire system. It also allows for easier repair and safety protocols. Mechanical engineers make decisions on the extent of failure and its impact on the entire system. An independent failure is a malfunction of one […]
The sunk cost fallacy is when prior investment is used as a reason to continue a course of action, even if it’s not rational. Sunk costs cannot be recovered and should not influence decisions. It can lead to commitment escalation and is sometimes a misinterpretation of decision-making processes. The sunk cost fallacy is a logical […]
A reasoning error is a flaw in an argument based on its logical structure. Common examples include begging, generalizations, and slippery slope fallacies. Other errors include straw man arguments and ad hominem attacks. These informal fallacies occur when some aspect of the logic within an argument is flawed, making the argument weak or unsupported. A […]
A category fallacy is when a speaker presents a concept of one category as belonging to another. The term was coined by Gilbert Ryle and is widely used in philosophy. The most famous example is the visitor seeking the university in Oxford. Not all category errors are obvious, and mixed metaphors can be a form […]
Dividing fallacy occurs when someone assumes what is true of a whole object is true of its parts. This error can be avoided by careful consideration of each element. The fallacy of composition is when a single item is seen as representative of a larger group. Both errors can be challenged by certain statements and […]
Post hoc fallacy is a logical error where one event is assumed to have caused another just because it happened after it. It has led to many superstitions and false beliefs throughout history. This misconception is not limited to primitive cultures and is still prevalent in modern times, leading to beliefs in luck charms and […]
An accidental error occurs when a rule that includes exceptions is applied as a universal generalization. This fallacy can be attacked by pointing out the rule’s faulty application and ignoring established exceptions. Accidental mistakes occur when someone does not fully understand exceptions within a rule. They can be refuted by pointing out known exceptions. Using […]
The base rate fallacy occurs when specific information is focused on and general information is ignored, leading to incorrect conclusions. An example is diagnosing a patient. The fallacy can be avoided by considering all available information. Another example is the motive fallacy, used to discredit reasoning. The base rate fallacy is made when a person […]
The conjunction fallacy is a probability error where people choose the option with more elements, even though each element must be true for the conjunction to be true. The simpler option is usually more likely, but people are attracted to more complex options. A conjunction fallacy is a type of probability fallacy in which people, […]
Pathetic fallacy is the attribution of human emotions and thought processes to non-human things. It can be used in scientific hypotheses, literary works, and rhetorical techniques. The term was coined by John Ruskin in the 19th century. It can simplify the discussion of abstract concepts and establish metaphorical relationships between objects or abstract concepts. A […]
An amphibolism error is a logic error caused by ambiguity or misunderstanding due to poor grammar, punctuation, or word choice. It can be used for comedic effect and should be cleared up in an argument. Improper use of pronouns is a common cause. Comedian Groucho Marx famously used it in a joke. An amphibolism error […]
Composition fallacy is a logical fallacy where an element is used to describe a larger class of things it belongs to. It occurs when an aspect of a part is expanded to describe the whole. This can be overgeneralization or an unsupported extension of ideas. A composition fallacy is a type of fallacy or logical […]
The broken window fallacy argues against destruction and repair as economic stimulus, ignoring the possibility of how money could have been spent otherwise. It is based on the parable of the broken window, which demonstrates the unseen consequences of events. The fallacy ignores the lost opportunities for other businesses and individuals, and a more developed […]
Formal fallacies are identifiable by examining the structure of a deductive argument, and can result in invalid conclusions. They occur within deductive arguments and are caused by errors in logic in at least one premise. These errors can be intentional or unintentional, and can lead to false but valid arguments. A formal fallacy is a […]
Speech slips are common and follow patterns in grammatical constructions. Errors include malapropisms, metathesis, and epenthesis. Speech errors can result from differences in tongue motion and muscle control. Dyslexia and Parkinson’s disease can cause speech pathology problems. Slips of the tongue are normal and happen to everyone. A speech slip occurs when someone says words […]
A relevance fallacy occurs when an argument is supported or disproven based on irrelevant information. Ad hominem attacks and appeals to authority or ignorance are common examples of this. The primary aspect is attempting to discredit an argument using irrelevant information. A relevance fallacy is one of several types of fallacy in which an argument […]
