system capacity
[ˈsɪstəm kəˈpæsɪti]
nounpl: system capacities
capacidade do sistema
1. The maximum amount of work, data, or resources that a system can handle or process at any given time
The server's system capacity was exceeded during peak hours, causing slowdowns.
A capacidade do sistema do servidor foi ultrapassada durante as horas de pico, causando lentidão.
2. The total capability or throughput of an infrastructure, network, or operational system
We need to upgrade our system capacity to accommodate the growing user base.
Precisamos aumentar a capacidade do sistema para acomodar a base de usuários crescente.
3. In engineering and infrastructure, the designed or theoretical maximum performance level
The water treatment plant operates at 80% of its system capacity.
A estação de tratamento de água opera a 80% de sua capacidade do sistema.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American technical and business contexts, particularly in IT, telecommunications, and infrastructure industries. In Brazil, it's commonly heard in corporate settings and technical discussions. In the USA, it's standard jargon in software development, network administration, and engineering fields. The concept is critical for planning and optimization in modern digital infrastructure.
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