network lag
[/ˈnɛtˌwɜrk læɡ/]
nounpl: network lags
latência de rede
1. A delay in data transmission over a network, causing a noticeable slowdown in communication or response time between devices or users
The network lag made it difficult to play online games smoothly.
A latência de rede tornou difícil jogar jogos online sem problemas.
2. In gaming and real-time applications, the time delay between a user's action and its execution on a remote server
During the tournament, the players complained about network lag affecting their performance.
Durante o torneio, os jogadores reclamaram que a latência de rede afetou seu desempenho.
3. The observable delay in video conferencing, messaging, or streaming due to slow internet connectivity
Network lag caused the video call to freeze and become out of sync.
A latência de rede causou travamento da videochamada e dessincronização.
Network lag is a ubiquitous term in Brazilian and international gaming culture, particularly among esports communities and online multiplayer game enthusiasts. While the Portuguese translation 'latência de rede' is technically correct, many gamers and tech-savvy users in Brazil and Portugal prefer using the English term 'lag' directly due to its widespread adoption in gaming communities worldwide. The term has become part of digital culture discourse in both regions.
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