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latency

[leyt-n-see] / ˈleɪt n si /


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It also employs variable inlet geometry that instantly and precisely meters boost, air charge and bypass, reducing throttle latency and increasing efficiency.

From The Wall Street Journal

For example, connecting to a local server might result in minimal slowdown, while connecting to a server on another continent could significantly increase latency and reduce speeds.

From Salon

Low enough latency for video calls and even some casual gaming.

From Salon

The firm found that Starlink provided faster downloads and uploads, along with the least latency, which refers to the delay between an action, like starting a movie, and the system’s response time.

From MarketWatch

Gaming performance remains strong with minimal latency impact, though it was a bit more noticeable than some of the others we tested, especially on distant servers.

From Salon