Scheduled downtime refers to a planned period when a system, service, or application is intentionally taken offline for maintenance, updates, or repairs. This process is essential to ensure that the system operates efficiently and securely. Organizations typically inform users in advance about the scheduled downtime to minimize disruptions. During scheduled downtime, users may experience temporary unavailability of services, such as websites or software applications. This time is used by IT teams to perform necessary tasks, such as installing updates or fixing bugs, which ultimately helps improve performance and reliability for users in the long run.