Contention Window - Definition or Meaning

Contention Window

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Definition of “Contention Window” :

A “Contention Window” is a range of time that a network device waits before retransmitting data to avoid network collisions. The device randomly selects a time within this window to attempt retransmission, ensuring smoother network traffic.

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