Translation of "bug" to Spanish?

Question

What is the best way to translate "bug", as in a misfeature of a computer program or device?Google translate offers a few options, none of which quite seem to fit, except the term itself:- bug → bug- error → error- bicho → insect, beast, creature- fallo → failure- insecto → insectSo I used the word 'bug' in a conversation with someone, but they had no idea what I was talking about. Granted, this person was not a techie, but even the least techie of people will understand if I say "My program has a bug" in English.How can I communicate the same thing in Spanish?

Answer 1

The most common is simply to refer to "un error" or, in some areas, "un defecto." In some areas with really strong English influence (Puerto Rico, parts of Mexico very close to the border, etc.), you can get away with "bug" but the other two will get things done no matter where you are!

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