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See also: Computer | Data

Wikipedia: Latency (http://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latency)

Refers to the time it takes data to travel across a system like a network. High levels of latency can be the result of a slow processor, heavy use of graphics, etc. also known as “lag.”

Latency can be combated by using higher-performance networking hardware such as upgrading hubs to switches.

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  • Ping
  • Lag
  • Throughput
  • Bandwidth

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