poller
Translation
poller, polling device
Examples
The network poller checks the status of each device.
The network poller checks the status of each device.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) poller a device that polls The network poller is essential for monitoring.
Similar Words
checker, monitor, scanner
Etymology
From the verb 'to poll' (to check the status of) + the agent noun suffix '-er'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a device that 'polls' or asks each network device, 'How are you doing?'.