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Controlled Load

/kənˈtroʊld loʊd/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A networking service that guarantees a certain level of performance for data transmission, ensuring that the network can handle the load without significant delays.

    "The controlled-load service allowed for smoother video streaming during peak hours."
  2. 2

    A specific type of network traffic management that prioritizes certain data packets to maintain quality of service.

    "By implementing controlled-load protocols, the company improved the reliability of their VoIP calls."

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The term 'controlled load' originates from the field of telecommunications and networking, where it was first used in the late 20th century. It combines the word 'controlled', derived from the Latin 'controllare', meaning to check or regulate, and 'load', which comes from Old English 'lad', referring to a burden or weight. Over time, the term has evolved to describe a specific method of managing data transmission to ensure quality of service.

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