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“When we face a choice between adding features and resolving security issues, we need to choose security.” quote by Bill Gates
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“When we face a choice between adding features and resolving security issues, we need to choose security.”

Bill Gates

About This Quote

Source Speech: Tech conference keynote, 2018

Security must be prioritized over feature expansion to protect users and systems.

In simple terms: Prioritize security over features.

Key Takeaway

Choose security first.

Themes

security prioritization technology

Mood

serious analytical

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • product roadmaps
  • budget decisions

Key Concepts

risk management ethical engineering

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you justify security costs?
  • What metrics guide the trade‑off?
A Different Perspective

Balancing innovation and security is hard.

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