Offloading: meaning, definitions and examples
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offloading
[ หษfหloสdษชล ]
data transfer
Offloading refers to the process of transferring a load or burden from one entity to another. In computing, it involves shifting tasks or workload from one system or component, such as a server, to another, typically to enhance performance or efficiency.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The company is offloading data processing to cloud servers.
- By offloading some tasks, the application runs more smoothly.
- They are offloading the heavy work to a partner organization.
burden removal
Offloading can also refer to the act of removing a load or burden from something. This can relate to physical items or metaphorical burdens, making it easier to manage resources or responsibilities.
Synonyms
disburdening, release, relief.
Examples of usage
- The offloading of cargo was completed in record time.
- The offloading of responsibilities allowed her to focus on her main project.
- Efficient offloading can reduce stress levels significantly.
Translations
Translations of the word "offloading" in other languages:
๐ต๐น descarregamento
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคซเคฒเฅเคกเคฟเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Entladung
๐ฎ๐ฉ pemuatan
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพะทะฒะฐะฝัะฐะถะตะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ odciฤ ลผanie
๐ฏ๐ต ใชใใญใผใใฃใณใฐ
๐ซ๐ท dรฉchargement
๐ช๐ธ descarga
๐น๐ท boลaltma
๐ฐ๐ท ์คํ๋ก๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูุฑูุบ
๐จ๐ฟ vyloลพenรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ vykladanie
๐จ๐ณ ๅธ่ดง
๐ธ๐ฎ razkladanje
๐ฎ๐ธ aflรฝsing
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถาฏะบัะตะฝ ัาฏัััั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแขแแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ boลaltma
๐ฒ๐ฝ descarga
Etymology
The term 'offloading' derives from the combination of the prefix 'off' and the term 'load'. 'Off' is used to indicate removal or separation, while 'load' suggests something that is carried or supported. The use of the term in a physical sense dates back to the early 20th century, referring initially to the unloading of goods. In the context of computing and technology, the term became more prominent in the late 20th century as advancements in networking and cloud computing emerged, allowing for the distribution and management of workloads across multiple systems. The term has evolved to encompass various industries, indicating a shift in responsibilities or resources to optimize efficiency.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #34,227 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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