AI & the web
Synchronous
Work or communication coordinated in time, often waiting for a response before continuing.
In everyday use
A program waits for one result before starting its next step.
What to keep in mind
The word has different technical meanings; check the surrounding context.
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Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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