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### Instruction:
What is an SMU in the context of IOS XR?
### Response:
In the context of IOS XR, an SMU (Software Maintenance Upgrade) is a software 'patch' delivery unit that, after being installed and activated, provides a 'point-fix' for a critical issue in a given software release.
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