load testing
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Official ISTQB Definition
A type of performance testing conducted to evaluate the behavior of a component or system under varying loads, usually between anticipated conditions of low, typical, and peak usage.
3 Ways to Think About It
The Quick Take
Testing how the system performs under expected user loads.
Look Closer
Simulating normal traffic to verify acceptable response times.
The Bottom Line
Checking that the system handles typical usage without problems.
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