variable timeout
[VAR-ee-uh-bul TIME-out]
nounpl: variable timeouts
tempo limite variável
1. A timeout period in computing or telecommunications that changes based on specific conditions, system performance, or predefined parameters rather than remaining fixed
The system uses a variable timeout that increases when network latency is detected.
O sistema usa um tempo limite variável que aumenta quando a latência da rede é detectada.
2. A programmable delay mechanism that adjusts its duration according to runtime conditions or algorithm requirements
The API implements a variable timeout to handle requests of different complexity levels.
A API implementa um tempo limite variável para lidar com requisições de diferentes níveis de complexidade.
This is technical jargon primarily used in software engineering, cloud computing, and network administration contexts. The term is standardized across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese technical communities, reflecting the globalized nature of software development. In the USA, it's commonly used in Silicon Valley and tech hubs without regional variation.
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