connect time

American  

[kuh-nekt tahym] / kəˈnɛkt ˌtaɪm /

noun

Computers.

1. the amount of time that a computer is logged on to a remote computer or server, as through an internet service provider.

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Etymology

Origin of connect time

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Add this to the connect time when calculating costs.

From The Online World by De Presno, Odd

You can check what's out there without paying for the exploratory connect time, and get some free training in how to use the service.

From The Online World by De Presno, Odd

Just calculate the cost per minute or second, and multiply by the estimated connect time.

From The Online World by De Presno, Odd

Your comparisons will never be accurate when comparing with services charging for connect time.

From The Online World by De Presno, Odd

Instead they charge a flat fee—usually based on connect time, but for a 24 hour connection just a flat yearly fee.

From Email 101 by Goodwin, John