alert frequency
[/əˈlɜrt ˈfrikwənsi/]
nounpl: alert frequencies
frequência de alerta
1. The rate or number of times at which alerts or warnings are issued or received within a specific time period
The system's alert frequency was reduced to prevent operator fatigue.
A frequência de alerta do sistema foi reduzida para evitar fadiga do operador.
2. In cybersecurity and monitoring contexts, the number of security notifications or warnings triggered per unit of time
High alert frequency can indicate either increased threats or misconfigured sensors.
Alta frequência de alerta pode indicar ameaças aumentadas ou sensores mal configurados.
3. In telecommunications, the frequency at which alert signals or notifications are transmitted
The alert frequency for emergency broadcasts was set to every 30 seconds.
A frequência de alerta para transmissões de emergência foi configurada a cada 30 segundos.
This is primarily technical jargon used in IT, cybersecurity, and monitoring industries in both Brazil and the USA. The term reflects modern concerns about 'alert fatigue' where operators become desensitized to frequent warnings. In Brazilian corporate environments, 'frequência de alerta' is commonly used in SOC (Security Operations Center) contexts and system administration.
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