CEFR B2

latency in

noun phrase

Meaning

A measure of the delay between the time data is sent and the time it is received, often used to describe the performance of computer networks or systems.

Examples

The company's new data center reduced latency in their system, improving overall performance.
High latency in the network caused frustration for online gamers, who experienced delayed responses to their actions.

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latency in (B2)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈleɪtənsi ɪn/

Definition

A measure of the delay between the time data is sent and the time it is received, often used to describe the performance of computer networks or systems.

Examples

The company's new data center reduced latency in their system, improving overall performance.
High latency in the network caused frustration for online gamers, who experienced delayed responses to their actions.

How to Use latency in

reduce latency in (verb phrase): to decrease the delay in a system or process — "The company reduced latency in their network by upgrading their hardware."
experience latency in (verb phrase): to encounter delays in a system or process — "Users experienced latency in the online game due to high server load."

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