Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cps

Abbreviation
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Definition
Cps stands for ‘characters per second’, a measurement of how many characters can be typed or processed in one second.
Examples
  • The typing test measured my speed at 60 cps.
  • High cps rates are essential for fast data entry jobs.
  • The printer can produce up to 30 cps for text documents.
Meaning
In the context of typing or data processing, cps is used to describe speed and efficiency. It indicates how quickly information can be inputted, which is important in computing and communication.
Synonyms
  • characters per second
  • typing speed
  • data transmission rate