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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Excessive buffering of packets which may cause delays (latency) or jitter (latency variation) in packet-switched networks, particularly during high load. uncountable, usually
2. 2
   Delay caused by such excessive buffering. uncountable, usually

Etymology

From buffer + bloat, first attested in 2010.

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