Definition

The amount of data that can be transmitted over a communication channel in a specific time frame.

Example

The internet connection has a high bandwidth, allowing for fast downloads and streaming.

Conversation

Have you noticed the internet is really slow today?

Yeah, I think we might be hitting our bandwidth limit.

That makes sense; I was trying to stream a show earlier.

Same here! We should probably check if anyone else is using it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bandwidth → The word is formed from "band" (from Old English "bande", meaning a strip or a ribbon) and "width" (from Old English "wīthþ", meaning extent or measure). Together, these parts describe the extent or measure of a strip of frequency or data transmission capacity.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'strip' ('band') that measures how much data can flow through it ('width'). This helps you remember that bandwidth refers to the capacity of data transmission.

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