processing speed
[ˈprɑːsɛsɪŋ spiːd]
nounpl: processing speeds
velocidade de processamento
1. the rate at which a computer or processor can execute instructions and complete computational tasks, typically measured in gigahertz (GHz) or instructions per second
The new laptop has a processing speed of 3.5 GHz, making it suitable for video editing.
O novo notebook possui uma velocidade de processamento de 3.5 GHz, tornando-o adequado para edição de vídeo.
2. the ability of a person or system to handle and respond to information quickly
Children with high processing speed can solve math problems faster than their peers.
Crianças com alta velocidade de processamento conseguem resolver problemas de matemática mais rápido que seus colegas.
This is a technical term widely used in both Brazilian and American English in computing, psychology, and neuroscience contexts. In Brazil, it's commonly used in technology discussions, education assessments, and IT services. The term gained prominence with the rise of personal computers and is essential vocabulary for anyone working in technology, education evaluation, or cognitive science.
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