buffered data

[ˈbʌfərd ˈdeɪtə]
nounpl: buffered data (uncountable)
dados em buffer
1. Data that is temporarily stored in a buffer memory area to compensate for differences in processing speed between components or devices
The buffered data allows the printer to receive information at high speed while printing at its own pace.
Os dados em buffer permitem que a impressora receba informações em alta velocidade enquanto imprime em seu próprio ritmo.
2. Information held in temporary storage awaiting processing, transmission, or output
The application manages buffered data to prevent data loss during network interruptions.
O aplicativo gerencia dados em buffer para evitar perda de dados durante interrupções de rede.
3. Temporary cached information in RAM or similar memory designed to smooth data flow between different speed components
Buffered data in the graphics card ensures smooth video playback.
Os dados em buffer na placa gráfica garantem reprodução de vídeo suave.
This is primarily a technical term used in computing and information technology contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, the English term 'buffer' is commonly retained in technical documentation, though 'dados em buffer' provides the Portuguese equivalent. The concept is fundamental to computer science education and is used globally without significant regional variation in meaning.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cached datatemporary datastaged dataqueued data
Antonyms / Antônimos
unbuffered datareal-time data

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dados em buffer
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese technical documentation
Brazil IT
dados armazenados temporariamente
More descriptive alternative used in educational contexts
Portugal
dados em memória intermédia
European Portuguese prefers 'memória intermédia' over 'buffer'
Technical/Academic
dados em cache
Often used interchangeably in academic literature

Related Words

buffermemory bufferdata queuecacheI/O bufferring buffer

Related Idioms & Phrases

buffer overflow
flush the buffer
clear the buffer
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