The bandwidth
Example: The bandwidth limits network performance
Definition
"The bandwidth" refers to the maximum rate at which data can be transmitted over a network connection or communication channel, often measured in bits per second. It determines how much information can flow at once, affecting network performance and speed.
Etymology
The term "bandwidth" originally comes from radio engineering, where it described the width of a frequency band. Over time, it was adapted to computing and telecommunications to denote data transmission capacity. Did you know? The word combines 'band,' referring to a range of frequencies, and 'width,' indicating size or capacity.
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"The bandwidth" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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