Description: Latency sensitivity refers to the degree to which a system’s performance is affected by latency, which is the time it takes for a system to respond to a request. In the context of real-time systems, latency sensitivity is crucial as these systems must ensure quick and predictable responses to external events. In monolithic systems, where the kernel and operating system services are integrated, latency can be a limiting factor in overall performance. In cloud environments, latency can influence the efficiency of distributed applications, affecting user experience. The architecture of the kernel, whether in kernel mode or user mode, also plays an important role in latency sensitivity, as operations in kernel mode tend to be faster due to direct access to hardware. Operating systems optimized for performance seek to minimize latency in their operations. In the realm of communications, HTTP/HTTPS protocols are sensitive to latency, as an increase in this time can affect webpage loading speeds. Finally, Quality of Service (QoS) is a concept used to manage latency in networks, ensuring that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth to operate efficiently.
