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Queueing systems, also known as waiting line systems, are mathematical models used to study processes where entities arrive to receive a service, potentially having to wait if the service facility is busy. These systems are ubiquitous in everyday life, from customers waiting in line at a grocery store to data packets waiting to be processed in a computer network.

The core components of a queueing system include arrivals, queues, and servers. Arrivals represent the entities entering the system, and their arrival pattern is often described by a probability distribution, such as the Poisson distribution. The queue is the waiting line itself, and its behavior is influenced by the queue discipline, which dictates the order in which waiting entities are served (e.g., first-come, first-served). Servers are the resources that provide the service, and their number and processing speed are critical factors.

The study of queueing systems aims to understand and predict performance measures such as average waiting time, average queue length, and server utilization. This analysis is crucial for optimizing resource allocation and improving efficiency in various domains, including telecommunications, manufacturing, transportation, and healthcare. Different queueing models exist, each making specific assumptions about arrival rates, service times, and the number of servers, allowing for tailored analysis of diverse real-world scenarios.