What is Latency? Why It Matters in Internet Speed
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Airlink Editorial
Broadband Experts
April 20, 2026 5 min read

Learn what latency is and why it affects your internet experience, especially for gaming and video calls.
⚡ Latency Explained:
Latency = delay in data transfer
🎯 Why Important: - **Gaming:** Low latency prevents "lag". - **Video calls:** Reduces audio/video desync.
👉 Lower latency = better performance