Apm

/ˌeɪpiːˈɛm/ noun

Definition

Abbreviation for 'Actions Per Minute,' a measure of speed in gaming, or 'Application Performance Monitoring' in technology.

Etymology

Modern acronym from computer gaming and technology contexts. 'Actions Per Minute' emerged from real-time strategy gaming culture, while 'Application Performance Monitoring' developed in software engineering.

Kelly Says

APM in gaming measures how fast players can click and command - professional StarCraft players reach 400+ APM, faster than most people can type. It's turned clicking into a sport, with fans analyzing hand movements like they're watching Olympic athletes.

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