synchronous write

[/sɪŋˈkrɒnəs raɪt/]
nounpl: synchronous writes
escrita síncrona
1. A data writing operation in computing where the program waits for the write operation to complete before continuing execution
The database uses synchronous write operations to ensure data consistency before the application proceeds.
O banco de dados usa operações de escrita síncrona para garantir consistência dos dados antes da aplicação prosseguir.
2. A method of file or memory transfer where confirmation of successful writing is received before the next instruction executes
Synchronous write ensures that data is physically written to disk before returning control to the calling process.
A escrita síncrona garante que os dados sejam fisicamente gravados no disco antes de retornar o controle ao processo chamador.
This is a technical computing term widely used in software development and IT infrastructure discussions in both Brazil and the USA. It is particularly important in discussions about database performance, file system operations, and real-time systems. The term maintains the same meaning across English and Portuguese-speaking technical communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
blocking writesynchronous I/Oblocking I/O write
Antonyms / Antônimos
asynchronous writenon-blocking writeasynchronous I/O

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escrita síncrona
Standard technical term used in computing and database documentation
Portugal
escrita síncrona
Same terminology used in Portuguese technical documentation
São Paulo
escrita síncrona
Common in tech industry and software development contexts

Related Words

asynchronous writebufferI/O operationdata persistencelatencythroughput

Related Idioms & Phrases

wait for completion
blocking operation
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