passive interrupt
[ˈpæsɪv ˈɪntərʌpt]
nounpl: passive interrupts
interrupção passiva
1. A computing interrupt that does not immediately halt the current process but instead queues the interrupt for later processing
The system uses passive interrupts to avoid disrupting critical operations.
O sistema utiliza interrupções passivas para evitar interromper operações críticas.
2. In networking, an interrupt signal that is received but not acted upon immediately, allowing the current data transfer to complete
Passive interrupts enable more efficient data handling in high-speed networks.
As interrupções passivas permitem um tratamento mais eficiente de dados em redes de alta velocidade.
3. A signal or notification that is logged but does not trigger an immediate response or context switch
The microcontroller handles passive interrupts by storing them in a buffer.
O microcontrolador gerencia interrupções passivas armazenando-as em um buffer.
This is specialized technical terminology primarily used in computer science, electrical engineering, and system design contexts. The term is consistent across English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking tech communities, with minimal regional variation. Usage is predominantly in academic, professional, and documentation settings rather than colloquial conversation.
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