Buffer Memory
[ˈbʌfər ˈmɛməri]
nounpl: Buffer Memories
Memória Intermediária
1. A region of physical memory storage used temporarily to hold data while it is being moved from one place to another, or to compensate for a difference in rates of data flow.
The buffer memory helps prevent data loss when the processor works faster than the peripheral device can handle.
A memória intermediária ajuda a evitar perda de dados quando o processador trabalha mais rápido do que o dispositivo periférico consegue lidar.
2. A cache or temporary storage area that holds information during data transfer operations to smooth variations in processing speed.
Video streaming uses buffer memory to ensure smooth playback even with fluctuating internet speeds.
O streaming de vídeo utiliza memória intermediária para garantir reprodução suave mesmo com velocidades de internet flutuantes.
This is a technical term widely used in both American and Brazilian IT industries. In Brazil, tech professionals often use both 'Memória Intermediária' and the English term 'Buffer Memory' interchangeably, particularly in software development and system administration contexts. The concept is fundamental to understanding computer performance and data management in both cultures.
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