Average network round trip latency

Definition

In a network, latency, a synonym for delay, is an expression of how much time it takes for a packet of data to get from one designated point to another. In some usages, latency is measured by sending a packet that is returned to the sender and the round-trip time is considered the latency.

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network, latency, round-trip, design

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Category: Web Hosting · Added: May 17, 2026