- Bandwidth
- The maximum rate of data transfer across a given path in a network, typically measured in bits per second (bps).
- Latency
- The time it takes for data to travel from its source to its destination, often measured in milliseconds (ms).
- Mbps
- Megabits per second, a unit of data transfer rate. 1 Mbps = 1,000,000 bits per second.
- Ping
- A network utility used to test the reachability of a host and measure the round-trip time for messages sent to that host.
- Throughput
- The actual amount of data successfully transferred over a network connection in a given time period.
- Jitter
- The variation in latency or delay of received packets in a network transmission.
- ISP
- Internet Service Provider, a company that provides internet access to customers.
- Fiber-optic
- A high-speed internet technology that uses thin glass or plastic fibers to transmit data using pulses of light.
- Broadband
- A high-capacity transmission technique using a wide range of frequencies, allowing for fast internet connections.
- Wi-Fi
- A wireless networking technology that allows devices to connect to the internet or communicate with one another without the need for cables.
- Download Speed
- The rate at which data is transferred from the internet to your device, typically measured in Mbps (megabits per second).
- Upload Speed
- The rate at which data is transferred from your device to the internet, typically measured in Mbps (megabits per second).
- Packet Loss
- The failure of data packets to reach their destination during transmission over a network, often resulting in slower performance or connection issues.
- Ethernet
- A wired networking technology that provides a fast and stable internet connection through a physical cable connection.
- Buffering
- The process of preloading data into a reserved area of memory (a buffer) to prevent interruptions during streaming or downloading.
- Bandwidth Throttling
- The intentional slowing of internet service by an ISP, often used to regulate network traffic and minimize bandwidth congestion.
- Coaxial Cable
- A type of electrical cable commonly used for cable internet connections, consisting of an inner conductor surrounded by insulating layer and metallic shield.
- DNS (Domain Name System)
- A system that translates human-readable domain names into IP addresses, affecting the speed of initial connections to websites.
- QoS (Quality of Service)
- A set of technologies and techniques used to manage and prioritize network traffic, ensuring better performance for critical applications.
- Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Internet
- Symmetric internet offers equal download and upload speeds, while asymmetric (more common) typically provides faster download than upload speeds.