Buffer
Buffer is a term used in various contexts and refers to a temporary storage or intermediate area used to manage data, information or resources. In the context of computer and Internet technologies, such as streaming video or downloads, a buffer is used to build up a store of data before it is played back or downloaded. This helps prevent interruptions in playback due to fluctuations in network connectivity or data flow.
The multifaceted meaning of 'Buffer
In addition, the term "buffer" is also used in finance to refer to a reserve of cash or securities held to meet unforeseen expenses or losses. Outside of technology and finance, the word 'buffer' can also be used to refer to a space, physical or figurative, used to maintain a certain distance or separation between two entities, such as a buffer zone between countries to avoid conflict. So while "buffer" has different uses, it usually revolves around creating a temporary reserve or intermediate space to manage different types of challenges.
