open connection

[/ˈoʊpən kəˈnɛkʃən/]
nounpl: open connections
conexão aberta
1. An active communication link or network pathway that is established and ready to transmit data between two or more points
The server maintained an open connection with each client to ensure real-time updates.
O servidor mantinha uma conexão aberta com cada cliente para garantir atualizações em tempo real.
2. In telecommunications, a line or circuit that is currently active and available for use
Please keep the open connection until the file transfer is complete.
Por favor, mantenha a conexão aberta até que a transferência de arquivo seja concluída.
3. A metaphorical reference to an available opportunity for dialogue or negotiation between parties
The two companies decided to maintain an open connection for future business discussions.
As duas empresas decidiram manter uma conexão aberta para futuras discussões comerciais.
This term is predominantly used in technical and business contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, with the rapid expansion of technology sectors in cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, the term 'conexão aberta' has become standard in IT industries. In American English-speaking contexts, it's frequently used in software development, networking, and customer service scenarios.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
active connectionestablished linklive connectionactive channel
Antonyms / Antônimos
closed connectiondisconnectedbroken linksevered connection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conexão aberta
Standard term used in IT and telecommunications contexts
Rio de Janeiro
conexão aberta / link ativo
Both terms are commonly used interchangeably
São Paulo
conexão aberta
Preferred in business and tech sectors
Portugal
ligação aberta / conexão ativa
Portuguese variant may prefer 'ligação' over 'conexão' in some contexts

Related Words

connection protocolnetwork linkdata transmissionsocketTCP/IP

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep the lines open
maintain open channels of communication
stay connected
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