👉 Deviational is a term used in computer science to describe a situation where an algorithm or system operates differently from its intended purpose. In this context, "deviational" refers to deviations from a specific pattern or rule that governs the behavior of the system. The term can also be used to refer to a deviation in software development methodologies, such as deviancy in software design patterns, where rules and guidelines are modified or discarded without proper justification. Deviance is often seen as an undesirable
