buffer
Prononciation : [/ˈbʌfəɹ/]
Mot
Contexte : « computing »
(noun) a temporary storage area in a computer's memory for holding data so that the CPU can access it quickly. It's like a waiting room for information.
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The buffer helped increase the speed of data processing in the computer.
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Without a buffer, the computer would have to wait longer to access the data.
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What is the purpose of a buffer in computer memory?
Contexte : « environment »
(noun) a protective barrier or cushion between two things to absorb shocks or force. It's like a soft pillow to protect from impact.
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The buffer around the tree prevented damage from the lawnmower.
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The lack of a buffer caused the glass to shatter upon impact.
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Why is it important to have a buffer around fragile objects?
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