multitasking

Speech parts

1. multitasking - Noun

2. multitasking - Verb

Meaning

multitasking

present participle of multitask

(computing) The simultaneous execution of multiple tasks (programs) under the control of an interrupt-driven operating system.

(buzzword, figuratively) The practice or capability of handling more than one task at the same time.

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You'd think people would realize they're bad at multitasking and would quit. But a cognitive illusion sets in, fueled in part by a dopamine-adrenaline feedback loop, in which multitaskers think they are doing great. Daniel Levitin

Multitasking is a lie. Gary Keller

Like most early enthusiasts, I always thought the way the Internet encouraged multitasking made users less vulnerable to manipulation, while simultaneously exploiting even more of our brain's capacity than before. Apparently not. Douglas Rushkoff

You'd think people would realize they're bad at multitasking. Daniel Levitin

Multitasking creates a dopamine-addiction feedback loop, effectively rewarding the brain for losing focus and for constantly searching for external stimulation. Daniel Levitin

Even though we think we're getting a lot done, ironically, multitasking makes us demonstrably less efficient. Daniel Levitin

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