verb
- to divide data into packets for transmission over a network
Usage: technical; computing
Examples
- The router packetizes the incoming data stream before sending it across the network.
- Modern protocols packetize information to ensure reliable delivery.
- The software packetizes large files into smaller units for efficient transmission.
- Network devices packetize data according to the TCP/IP standard.
- The system packetizes voice signals for VoIP communication.