Lag
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Whoever said Lag is wrong. 
Lag only refers to the Internet, and usually programs which use the Internet; MMORPG's for instance, such as WoW, they usually refer to the term. However, when it is on a computer, where programs won't open (not in relation to the Internet) it is usually derived as being called Overload. The whole terms are usually mis-understood, and not used correctly. However, you would more than likely be hearing Lag for the most; but this is wrong.
You can even see the definition of Lag on Wikipedia, lag is usually derived as being Networking. Here is the Link. I, however voted for Slowed down as it refers mostly to the general overhaul of both. I would like to have the option to vote for overload though.
So, just to make it clear; Lag is derived as being Network, and usually, in most cases will be relative to World of Warcraft; where a user is experiencing bad frame rate, or latency, they usually call it Lag. That is use of it in the correct term, BUT, it being with programs; example: I try to open Photoshop and it doesn't open for a while because of all other applications running, that is overload, not 'lag'!
Anybody who would like to prove me wrong; Go ahead!
Anyway, why is this a serious debate? :huh:
Or the alternative. :lol:
Lag only refers to the Internet, and usually programs which use the Internet; MMORPG's for instance, such as WoW, they usually refer to the term. However, when it is on a computer, where programs won't open (not in relation to the Internet) it is usually derived as being called Overload. The whole terms are usually mis-understood, and not used correctly. However, you would more than likely be hearing Lag for the most; but this is wrong.
You can even see the definition of Lag on Wikipedia, lag is usually derived as being Networking. Here is the Link. I, however voted for Slowed down as it refers mostly to the general overhaul of both. I would like to have the option to vote for overload though.
So, just to make it clear; Lag is derived as being Network, and usually, in most cases will be relative to World of Warcraft; where a user is experiencing bad frame rate, or latency, they usually call it Lag. That is use of it in the correct term, BUT, it being with programs; example: I try to open Photoshop and it doesn't open for a while because of all other applications running, that is overload, not 'lag'!
Anybody who would like to prove me wrong; Go ahead!
Anyway, why is this a serious debate? :huh:
Angel said:
Or the alternative. :lol:
Slowdown would refer to the whole overhaul of the system slowing down, such as not being able to fetch enough RAM (Random Access Memory) to manage open applications. I don't like the whole "Slow down" point of view as it just confuses even more. There are a lot of terms which could be used, however, I would prefer to stick by Overload.
But Lag is in no way correct. And slow down is like a Kids retrospective of saying Overload. Because the general term is kind of childish and doesn't use sophisticated words, its generally like a "get out" thing.
But Lag is in no way correct. And slow down is like a Kids retrospective of saying Overload. Because the general term is kind of childish and doesn't use sophisticated words, its generally like a "get out" thing.
Right, simplistic Terms:
Lag - Associated with the Internet, usually spoken of when the Internet is running slowly. Can be used in MMORPG's, or for that matter - any program, application that uses the Internet.
Slow down - Basically refers to the system RAM, when not enough memory is available and things start to "slow down" on your computer. This is a childish (however, correct) way of saying Overload.
Geddit?
Lag - Associated with the Internet, usually spoken of when the Internet is running slowly. Can be used in MMORPG's, or for that matter - any program, application that uses the Internet.
Slow down - Basically refers to the system RAM, when not enough memory is available and things start to "slow down" on your computer. This is a childish (however, correct) way of saying Overload.
Geddit?
Your friend wins; however, he was using a childish version of the Term. But yep, he wins, you lose... Argument over. :lol:
Oh and be sure you know what your talking about before you go into a Debate. The most important rule;
No. 1: Don't debate unless you know your right!
Oh and be sure you know what your talking about before you go into a Debate. The most important rule;
No. 1: Don't debate unless you know your right!
dallywhitty
Tomb Raider Fan
So I guess professional game reviewers are now childish for using the term "slowdown."
And I wouldn't describe video games as internet-based.
And I wouldn't describe video games as internet-based.
Ooh Bravo!
A reply to a topic that might as well die!
Anyway, no, Game reviewers can not be wrong when they say slow down, nor can anybody be wrong. I didn't say it was wrong, I just said it was merely a childish way of referring to the term overload, overbogged, etc. You usually turn to the terms of those when you are lost for words, hence why the "childish term" thing I added. Got that? And I'd like to make it clear that this is just my view and my opinion on things, I'm not one of those people who has to have the right way of doing/saying something. This is merely my opinion, so you don't have to have a go at me.
And fair enough, nor would I! However, WoW is not a Video-Game, it is an MMORPG, same goes for Lord of the Rings On-line, where the only way to play them is online. So games which have Xbox Live intergrated are still known as Video-Games... You following?
Edit: Professional Game reviewers huh? I like the way you used "Professional" there, just to try to dumbfound me. You could've just used Game reviewers. Most people review games, y'know. Whether it be on a Blog, or just a rant on a website/forum. And in that sense, it could be used differently, as we are not talking about computers, which is the initial subject. So there are totally different terms there. But, if you want to continue this, please reply with your views. Looking forward to it.
A reply to a topic that might as well die!
Anyway, no, Game reviewers can not be wrong when they say slow down, nor can anybody be wrong. I didn't say it was wrong, I just said it was merely a childish way of referring to the term overload, overbogged, etc. You usually turn to the terms of those when you are lost for words, hence why the "childish term" thing I added. Got that? And I'd like to make it clear that this is just my view and my opinion on things, I'm not one of those people who has to have the right way of doing/saying something. This is merely my opinion, so you don't have to have a go at me.
And fair enough, nor would I! However, WoW is not a Video-Game, it is an MMORPG, same goes for Lord of the Rings On-line, where the only way to play them is online. So games which have Xbox Live intergrated are still known as Video-Games... You following?
Edit: Professional Game reviewers huh? I like the way you used "Professional" there, just to try to dumbfound me. You could've just used Game reviewers. Most people review games, y'know. Whether it be on a Blog, or just a rant on a website/forum. And in that sense, it could be used differently, as we are not talking about computers, which is the initial subject. So there are totally different terms there. But, if you want to continue this, please reply with your views.
Looking forward to it.