distributed communication

[/dɪˈstrɪbjutɪd kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: distributed communications
comunicação distribuída
1. A system of communication where information exchange occurs across multiple independent nodes or endpoints rather than through a single centralized point
Distributed communication networks ensure that no single point of failure can disable the entire system.
As redes de comunicação distribuída garantem que nenhum ponto único de falha possa desabilitar todo o sistema.
2. In computing and telecommunications, a method of exchanging data and messages among computers or devices that are geographically dispersed or logically separated
The company implemented distributed communication protocols to improve reliability across their global offices.
A empresa implementou protocolos de comunicação distribuída para melhorar a confiabilidade entre seus escritórios globais.
3. The practice of enabling peer-to-peer or mesh-based information transfer without reliance on central servers
Blockchain technology relies on distributed communication to maintain consensus across the network.
A tecnologia blockchain depende de comunicação distribuída para manter o consenso em toda a rede.
In Brazil's growing tech sector, 'comunicação distribuída' is increasingly important as companies adopt cloud infrastructure and decentralized systems. The term reflects the shift toward modern infrastructure and is commonly used in tech startups in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In Portugal, the adoption of distributed systems in telecommunications has made this terminology standard among IT professionals.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
decentralized communicationpeer-to-peer communicationmesh communicationnetwork communication
Antonyms / Antônimos
centralized communicationclient-server communicationhierarchical communication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comunicação distribuída
Standard term used in technology sector and academic contexts
São Paulo
comunicação distribuída
Commonly used in tech hubs; sometimes abbreviated as 'comun. dist.' in technical documentation
Portugal
comunicação distribuída
Same terminology used; particularly common in telecom and IT industries
United States
distributed communication
Standard technical term in Silicon Valley and tech industry

Related Words

network architecturedecentralizationmesh networkpeer-to-peercloud computingconsensus algorithmlatencybandwidth

Related Idioms & Phrases

spread the word
network effect
no single point of failure
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