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Throttling: meaning, definitions and examples

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throttling

 

[ ˈθrɒt.əl.ɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

network control

Throttling refers to the intentional slowing down of a process or data transfer rate, usually to prevent overload and ensure stability. In a network context, it controls the amount of bandwidth used by an application, helping to manage traffic and prioritize essential services. This technique is commonly used by internet service providers to regulate user connections during peak usage times. Throttling can help optimize performance and maintain service quality, especially when resources are limited.

Synonyms

limitation, regulation, restriction

Examples of usage

  • The ISP implemented throttling during peak hours.
  • Throttling can affect video streaming quality.
  • Users experienced throttling on their download speeds.

Translations

Translations of the word "throttling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 limitação

🇮🇳 थ्रॉटलिंग

🇩🇪 Drosselung

🇮🇩 pembatasan

🇺🇦 обмеження

🇵🇱 ograniczenie

🇯🇵 スロットリング

🇫🇷 limitation

🇪🇸 limitación

🇹🇷 kısıtlama

🇰🇷 제한

🇸🇦 تقييد

🇨🇿 omezení

🇸🇰 obmedzenie

🇨🇳 限制

🇸🇮 omejitev

🇮🇸 takmörkun

🇰🇿 шектеу

🇬🇪 შეზღუდვა

🇦🇿 məhdudiyyət

🇲🇽 limitación

Etymology

The term 'throttling' originates from the verb 'throttle,' which in Middle English means to crush or choke. The word has its roots in the Old English 'þrotian,' meaning to choke or throttle. This concept evolved to signify the controlling of airflow in engines and machines, where throttling would optimize power and efficiency by managing fuel or air intake. Over time, the term expanded into the digital realm, where it describes the control of data transfer rates in networking. As internet usage grew, throttling became a relevant topic in discussions about bandwidth management, net neutrality, and user experience.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,711, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.