Le paquet
Example: Le paquet de données a été envoyé sans erreur.
Definition
"Le paquet" in computing refers to a formatted unit of data carried by a packet-switched network. It is a bundle of information sent across networks to ensure data communication, such as a data packet transmitted without error.
Etymology
The term "le paquet" comes from the French word meaning 'package' or 'parcel,' which itself originates from Old French 'pacquet,' a diminutive of 'pac,' meaning a bundle or package. In computing, this term was adopted to describe a small unit of data sent across networks, much like a parcel being delivered.
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"Le paquet" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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