analytic model
A mathematical representation of the system used to compute system
performance estimates.
base file
A collection of data records that make up the baseline model; also
called a .BASE file.
baseline model
A representation of the system generated from collected data and
classification schema. Use the baseline model as the basis from
which to perform what-if scenarios. A baseline model is generated
each time you select the Build Model button from the Workload
Analysis window.
bottleneck
The device or resource in the system that is limiting the system
throughput. Typically, it has the maximum utilization among devices.
bridge
A device used to join two Ethernet LANs creating an extended LAN.
The bridge is a specialized store-and-forward and packet-filtering
station that synchronizes traffic between LANs and isolates local
traffic.
bus
A LAN topology in which all stations attach to a single transmission
medium so that all stations receive all transmissions.
busy wait time
The time spent waiting in a queue while other jobs are being
serviced.
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