throughput

noun

through·​put ˈthrü-ˌpu̇t How to pronounce throughput (audio)
: the amount of something (such as material, data, etc.) that passes through something (such as a machine or system)
the throughput of a computer
compare input, output

Examples of throughput in a Sentence

The network can handle large throughputs. finding ways to increase throughput
Recent Examples on the Web Bringing Wi-Fi 7 into the car enables a multitude of improvements to range, throughput and latency while also improving power consumption. Anshel Sag, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 Wi-Fi 7, generally, has a maximum throughput of roughly 36Gbps. Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 8 Jan. 2024 When put to the task, digitizing your MRO operations can streamline routine and non-routine work processes, enable lean inventory management, and increase throughput. Naveen Poonian, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024 The ability for multiple companies to share infrastructure and launch support systems in a nimble manner dramatically increases launch pad throughput and launch resilience to provide assured access to space. Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2024 The Port of Antwerp for example, one of Europe’s largest ports and Germany’s gateway to the world, reported a 5.5% decline in throughput in 2023. Peter Vanham, Fortune Europe, 16 Jan. 2024 Every Wi-Fi generation brings new features and areas of focus, usually related to throughput—getting more bits from point A to point B. IEEE Spectrum, 29 Dec. 2023 Saw Lu fed the DEA reliable facts about Wa throughput and trafficking routes. Dan Piepenbring, Harper's Magazine, 14 Dec. 2023 This system is engineered for scalability and high throughput, ensuring consistent performance even as the system scales horizontally with the addition of more storage nodes. Steve McDowell, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of throughput was in 1884

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Cite this Entry

“Throughput.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throughput. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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