network delay

[/ˈnɛt.wɜrk dɪˈleɪ/]
nounpl: network delays
latência de rede
1. The time interval between the transmission of a signal and its reception, or the time it takes for data packets to travel from source to destination across a network
High network delay can cause lag in online gaming and video conferencing.
Uma alta latência de rede pode causar travamento em jogos online e videoconferência.
2. The aggregate latency caused by multiple factors including propagation delay, transmission delay, queuing delay, and processing delay
Network delay is measured in milliseconds and is critical for real-time applications.
A latência de rede é medida em milissegundos e é crítica para aplicações em tempo real.
This is a technical term widely used in Brazilian and American IT industries. In Brazil, 'latência de rede' is the standard technical terminology used in software development, telecommunications, and networking contexts. The term gained prominence with the expansion of internet usage and online gaming culture in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
latencylagpropagation delaytransmission delay
Antonyms / Antônimos
instant connectionzero latencyimmediate delivery

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
latência de rede
Standard term used in technical contexts throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
latência de rede / atraso de rede
Both terms are commonly used interchangeably
São Paulo
latência de rede
Preferred technical term in business and IT sectors
Portugal
latência de rede / atraso de rede
Both terms are acceptable in Portuguese European standard

Related Words

bandwidthjitterpacket lossthroughputlatency

Related Idioms & Phrases

cutting through the network delay
network delay issue
experiencing network delay
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