CLOSE REVIEWWhat is throughput in a computer?
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- Throughput is a measure of how much data is processed per second.
- Throughput is a function of clock speed and the number of bits that are processed at each clock cycle.
- Throughput is often reported in megabits per second (Mbps) and gigabits per second (Gbps).
- It is easy to look up the conversions in Google, for example, 5 Mbps to Gbps provides immediate access to a Data Transfer Rate calculator.
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Throughput is the amount of data a computer can process and transfer in a given time, often measured in bits per second.
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Throughput refers to the amount of data that can be processed by a computer system or network in a given period. It is a measure of the system’s ability to handle and transfer data efficiently, often expressed in terms of bits per second (bps), megabits per second (Mbps), or gigabits per second (Gbps) for networks, and operations per second for processing tasks.
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Throughput in a computer refers to the amount of data processed or transferred over a given period of time. It is an important metric for assessing the efficiency and performance of various components, such as networks, storage systems, and databases.
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Throughput: Comparing PCIe Lanes and Speed
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USB3 transmits data at 5 Gbps. Which of the following is equivalent?
- A.
500 Mbps
- B.
5000 Mbps
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