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gating

 

[ˈɡeɪtɪŋ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

technology term

Gating refers to the process of controlling the flow of data or signals within a system. It is commonly used in electronic circuits to allow or block signals, thereby managing the operation of various components. In the context of software, gating can also describe mechanisms that determine whether certain conditions or criteria are met before a process or action can proceed. Additionally, in project management, gating can refer to decision points that determine whether a project should continue to the next phase or be halted based on performance and results.

Synonyms

control, filtering, management.

Examples of usage

  • The gating in the circuit improved performance.
  • We need to implement a new gating mechanism for our software.
  • The project manager set up a gating system to evaluate progress.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The term originates from the word 'gate', which comes from the Old English 'geat', meaning an opening or a door.
  • In the 20th century, 'gating' started being used in psychology and technology contexts to describe control mechanisms.
  • It’s interesting that the concept has evolved from physical barriers to more abstract ideas in systems and processes.

Technology

  • In computing, gating can refer to logic gates that control the flow of electrical signals in circuits.
  • Gating mechanisms are crucial in programming, where they govern how data is processed based on certain conditions.
  • Digital gating is used in audio processing to manage sounds, letting only certain sounds through while blocking others.

Psychology

  • Gating in psychology is related to attention, where the brain filters out unimportant information to focus on what matters.
  • Research on gating involves examining how we control our responses to stimuli, enhancing or suppressing our reactions.
  • Attention gating is vital in learning, helping people concentrate on relevant information while ignoring distractions.

Sports

  • In competitive sports, gating refers to the process of allowing or restricting participants based on performance metrics.
  • Many athletic events have qualifying rounds, which can be seen as a gating mechanism to allow the best competitors to proceed.
  • Organizations often use gating strategies to manage event entries and ensure fairness in competition.

Music

  • Gating techniques in music production act as dynamic controllers, shaping and defining sound production.
  • Producers use noise gates to reduce unwanted background sounds, enhancing the quality of recordings.
  • This technique can alter the way musical elements are perceived, highlighting certain sounds while diminishing others.

Translations

Translations of the word "gating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 controle

🇮🇳 गेटिंग

🇩🇪 Gating

🇮🇩 gerbang

🇺🇦 гейтування

🇵🇱 gating

🇯🇵 ゲーティング

🇫🇷 gating

🇪🇸 gating

🇹🇷 kapı kontrolü

🇰🇷 게이팅

🇸🇦 بوابة

🇨🇿 gating

🇸🇰 gating

🇨🇳 门控

🇸🇮 gating

🇮🇸 gating

🇰🇿 гейтинг

🇬🇪 გეიტინგი

🇦🇿 gating

🇲🇽 gating

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,389, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.