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MSL

MSL

9.6
The longest time a network lets a data packet live before it is thrown away
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : tiempo máximo de vida del segmento
  • The MSL value determines how long a TCP segment is considered valid on the network.

Examples

  • The MSL for this protocol is set to 120 seconds.

  • Understanding the MSL is important when troubleshooting connection issues in TCP/IP networks.

  • Engineers may adjust the MSL to optimize network performance and reliability.

  • Understanding MSL helps in optimizing network performance.

  • The MSL specifies how long a data segment is valid in the TCP protocol before it is discarded.

  • To prevent data loss, the MSL for TCP connections is typically set to a specific interval.

  • When configuring routers, it's essential to know the MSL to ensure efficient packet delivery.

Synonyms

time limit
vsMSL
35 2.7

A set time by which you must finish something

is a technical maximum time allowing a data segment to remain valid before discard

How Long

lifetime
948 1.6
time limit
35 2.7
MSL
  • Specialized
9.6
time out
46 2.3

Surface Forms

MSL singular
MSLs plural

Etymology

MSL comes from Maximum Segment Lifetime, meaning the 'maximum time' a piece of network data can be kept before it is discarded. So in networking, MSL tells devices how long to keep data, helping to avoid old or duplicate information.