is a data transfer technique that accelerates file acquisition by splitting a single file into multiple smaller "chunks" and downloading them simultaneously through separate connections. Instead of waiting for a file to stream linearly from start to finish, your device establishes multiple pipelines to the server, significantly reducing overall wait times—especially for large assets. How Parallel Downloading Works

Parallel downloading works differently. Instead of using a single connection, the file is divided into smaller segments, and multiple connections are established to the server. Each segment is then downloaded concurrently, using a separate connection. This approach allows multiple segments of the file to be downloaded simultaneously, significantly reducing the overall download time.