Benchmark

Reference point for measurement and comparison.

standard yardstick criterion

A benchmark is a reference point or standard against which something can be measured. It's often used in performance testing to compare different systems or methods.

/ˈbɛnʃmɑːrk/

The term 'benchmark' originally referred to a raised level used as a point of reference, derived from the Dutch word 'bank' meaning edge or border.

A benchmark is like a measuring stick that helps us compare different things to see which one is better, like comparing the speed of two computers.

The term 'benchmark' originally referred to a physical marker used in surveying
Early computer benchmarks often involved running specific programs and measuring the time taken
The term is now widely used in many fields beyond computing

What is a benchmark? It's a standard used for comparison
Why are benchmarks important? They provide a consistent way to evaluate performance
Who uses benchmarks? Scientists, engineers, and businesses use them

standard test measure

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stress test performance test

evaluation comparison

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