backbone network
[/ˈbækboʊn ˈnɛtwɜrk/]
nounpl: backbone networks
rede espinha dorsal
1. The main infrastructure or central network of high-speed connections that forms the core of a larger computer network, supporting data transmission between smaller networks or branch offices
The backbone network connects all regional offices and ensures fast data transfer across the company.
A rede espinha dorsal conecta todos os escritórios regionais e garante a transferência rápida de dados em toda a empresa.
2. In telecommunications, the primary set of transmission lines and routers that carry the heaviest data traffic and provide the foundation for all other network connections
Internet service providers invest heavily in backbone network infrastructure to improve overall connectivity.
Os provedores de serviços de internet investem pesadamente na infraestrutura de rede espinha dorsal para melhorar a conectividade geral.
In Brazil and Portuguese-speaking countries, this term is primarily used in technical, IT, and telecommunications contexts. It reflects the importance of robust infrastructure in developing internet connectivity across large geographic areas. The metaphor of 'espinha dorsal' (spinal column) is well-understood in Portuguese, making it an effective technical term. In the USA, this is standard networking terminology used by ISPs, enterprises, and network engineers.
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