Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - Lag

What is lag in the context of a computer?

• No response

• Slow response

• Fast response

• Intermittent response

What are the two main factors that cause video game lag?

• Slow computer and fast Internet connection

• Fast computer and slow Internet connection

• Slow computer and slow Internet connection

• Fast computer and fast Internet connection

How can lag affect online multiplayer games?

• Improve Internet connection

• Cause choppy frame rates

• Decrease input delay

• Increase frame rates

What is one method used by game developers to account for lag in multiplayer games?

• Use a central game server

• Boot all players with lag

• Ignore lag completely

• Increase lag for all players

In StarCraft 2, what message appears on a player's screen if their system is not responding?

• Waiting for Player

• Waiting for Server

• System Error

• Connection Lost

What is the difference between lag and latency?

• Latency is more technical

• Lag is more technical

• They are the same

• Latency is used as a verb

What is the latency threshold that can produce noticeable lag?

• Between 50-100 ms

• Under 50 ms

• Between 100-120 ms

• Over 120 ms

How is the term 'lag' used as a verb?

• To speed up the game

• To slow down the game

• To increase frame rates

• To improve Internet connection

What happens if a player has high lag in a multiplayer game?

• They get a speed boost

• They become the game host

• They are booted from the game

• They are rewarded with points

What message appears for other players if a player is being booted due to high lag?

• Waiting for Player

• Player Disconnected

• Waiting for Server

• Connection Lost