What Does UUID Stand For?

UUID stands for Universally Unique Identifier See Also GUID

UUID, or Universally Unique Identifier, is a standardized 128-bit identifier used in software development to uniquely identify information without significant central coordination. Its design ensures that each UUID is distinct, making it useful for distributed systems, databases, and other applications where unique identification is essential. UUIDs are commonly represented as 32 hexadecimal digits, typically displayed in five groups separated by hyphens. A related concept is GUID (Globally Unique Identifier), which serves similar purposes in various Microsoft applications and systems.