What does multitasking mean?

It involves the concurrent performance of multiple tasks.

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Definition

Multitasking, or multitasking, involves the concurrent performance of multiple tasks, whether by a computer or a person.

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Machines

In computing, it refers to the simultaneous execution of multiple tasks by an operating system.

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Human Multitasking

For humans, it involves rapidly switching between tasks or performing several tasks in quick succession.

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Productivity

Research in productivity and efficiency suggests that, although multitasking may seem efficient, it can actually reduce productivity and impair cognitive abilities due to the cost of context switching.