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PPS

PPS

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The number of data packets sent each second on a network
  • noun
  • Specialized
: paquetes por segundo
  • A higher PPS value means the device can process more packets every second.

Examples

  • Network engineers often use PPS to compare the efficiency of different switches.

  • The network can handle up to 1000 PPS efficiently.

  • The router's performance was measured in PPS to assess its ability to handle heavy traffic.

  • Can you tell me the PPS for this connection?

  • The router's performance was measured in PPS to assess its ability to handle heavy traffic.

  • A higher PPS value means the device can process more packets every second.

  • Network engineers often use PPS to compare the efficiency of different switches.

Surface Forms

PPS singular
PPS plural

Etymology

PPS is an abbreviation for packets per second, literally how many small data 'packets' pass each second, so a higher PPS means the network can handle more packets every second.