Glossary of Terms

Network Speeds

Keyword Definition
Bandwidth The maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time.
Download Speed The speed at which data is transferred from the internet to a device.
Jitter The variation in latency or packet delay on a network.
Latency The amount of time it takes for data to travel from one point to another on a network.
Network Speeds The rate at which data can be transferred between devices on a network.
Packet Loss The percentage of data packets that are lost or discarded during transmission on a network.
Ping A utility used to test the reachability of a network host and measure the round-trip time for packets.
Quality Of Service (Qos) The ability to prioritize certain types of network traffic to ensure better performance for specific applications or users.
Throughput The actual amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time.
Upload Speed The speed at which data is transferred from a device to the internet.