throughput
/ˈθruː.pʊt/
Definition
The amount of data or material that a system, network, or processor can successfully handle, process, or transmit over a specific period of time.
Etymology
The word is a compound of 'through' and 'put,' originating in the early 20th century. It was originally used in manufacturing and industrial contexts to describe the volume of goods passing through a production process before being adopted by computing to measure data transmission.
In the news
In this article, throughput refers to the high-speed data capacity required by modern AI infrastructure. It highlights the importance of Marvell's semiconductor technology in moving massive amounts of information efficiently through data centers.
Marvell Technology (MRVL) Rides AI Demand, Is The Stock Now Too Expensive?
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