Term: Speed

Definition of "Speed" by Sutherland Shire Web Design: In the context of web development, "speed" typically refers to the load time of a website or web application. This is the amount of time it takes for the content on a webpage to fully display after a user navigates to that page. Speed is a critical factor in user experience and search engine optimization. A faster website typically leads to better user engagement, higher conversion rates, and better search engine rankings. It can be influenced by several factors including server performance, image optimization, code efficiency, and the use of content delivery networks among others.