Network latency is the delay that occurs when data is transmitted over a network. This delay can be caused by a variety of factors, including the physical distance between the sender and receiver, the quality of the network connection, and the level of congestion in the network. High network latency usually results in a poor user experience.
For example, when a user clicks a link on a web page, the time it takes for the request to reach the server and for the server to respond is affected by network latency. To mitigate this and reduce the time it takes for the request to travel to the server, you can use edge computing to deploy your application as close to your users as possible.
You can use tools like distributed tracing and real-user-experience-monitoring to measure network latency and identify areas for improvement and create a better experience for your users.