bandwidth adaptation
[ˈbændwɪdθ ædæpˈteɪʃən]
nounpl: bandwidth adaptations
adaptação de largura de banda
1. A technology or process that automatically adjusts the quality and data rate of transmitted content based on available network capacity and current network conditions
The streaming service uses bandwidth adaptation to ensure smooth playback across different connection speeds.
O serviço de streaming usa adaptação de largura de banda para garantir reprodução suave em diferentes velocidades de conexão.
2. The dynamic modification of bitrate in real-time to match fluctuating network conditions and prevent buffering
Bandwidth adaptation technology automatically reduces video resolution when the connection weakens.
A tecnologia de adaptação de largura de banda reduz automaticamente a resolução do vídeo quando a conexão enfraquece.
This is a predominantly technical term widely used in Brazil and Portugal within telecommunications, software development, and digital media industries. It became increasingly important with the rise of streaming services like Netflix and YouTube in the 2010s. In both Brazilian and Portuguese contexts, professionals may use the English term interchangeably with the Portuguese translation depending on the formality of the setting.
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