Distributed Version Control System (DVCS)

A Distributed Version Control System (DVCS) is a system that helps multiple people collaborate on software projects by keeping full copies of the entire project history on each person's computer. Unlike traditional systems that rely on a central server, DVCS allows users to work independently, make changes locally, and then share updates with others when ready. This approach provides greater flexibility, speed, and resilience, as everyone maintains a complete project history. Examples include Git and Mercurial, which are widely used for managing code in software development.