Edexcel GCSE Computer Science · 1CP2
Specification 4.1.4 · Paper 1
Revise: Connectivity CharacteristicsLatency is the delay between data being sent and received, usually measured in milliseconds. Lower latency means a shorter wait.
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GCSE Computer Science · key term
The delay between data being sent and received, usually measured in milliseconds.
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Specification 4.1.4 · Paper 1
Revise: Connectivity CharacteristicsLatency is the delay between data being sent and received, usually measured in milliseconds. Lower latency means a shorter wait.
Distinguish bandwidth (capacity) from speed (the actual transfer rate) and latency (delay).
Link each characteristic to its effect: for example, lower latency makes an online game's response more immediate.
Use qualified comparisons: wired connections are typically faster, but performance depends on the technology and conditions. Faster transfer does not necessarily mean lower latency.
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