| Centralised Control |
A system in which a single central entity manages and coordinates the operations of all components. |
| Data Consistency |
The degree to which all parts of a distributed system reflect the same data at the same time. |
| Distributed System |
A network of independent entities that collaborate and operate without a single point of control. |
| Fault Tolerance |
The capability of a system to continue functioning in the event of a component failure. |
| Latency |
The time delay in communication between different components of a system. |
| Load Balancing |
The distribution of workloads across multiple computing resources to optimize resource use and minimize response time. |
| Performance |
The efficiency with which a system processes tasks and delivers results. |
| Reliability |
The measure of a system's ability to function correctly and consistently over time. |
| Scalability |
The ability of a system to handle growth and increased demand without compromising performance. |
