FIFO queue

[/ˈfaɪfoʊ ˈkjuː/]
nounpl: FIFO queues
fila FIFO
1. A data structure in computer science where elements are processed in the order they were added, with the first element added being the first one removed (First In, First Out)
The printer uses a FIFO queue to process print jobs in the order they were submitted.
A impressora usa uma fila FIFO para processar trabalhos de impressão na ordem em que foram submetidos.
2. Any queue system organized on a first-come, first-served basis
Customer service calls are handled through a FIFO queue system to ensure fairness.
As chamadas de atendimento ao cliente são tratadas através de um sistema de fila FIFO para garantir justiça.
FIFO queue is a fundamental concept in computer science and software engineering, universally used in both Brazilian and American tech communities. The English term 'FIFO queue' is often kept as-is in Portuguese technical documentation and conversations, though fully translated versions like 'fila FIFO' or 'fila de espera' are also common. This reflects the international nature of programming and computing terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
first-in-first-out queuequeuesequential queuestandard queue
Antonyms / Antônimos
LIFO queuestackpriority queue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fila FIFO
Standard term used in computing and data structure contexts
Portugal
fila FIFO
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, technical term remains consistent
Technical Communities
fila de espera FIFO
Alternative expression emphasizing the waiting aspect

Related Words

data structurequeueLIFOstackbufferenqueuedequeuealgorithm

Related Idioms & Phrases

first come, first served
in queue
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