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(computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system
random-access memory,
random access memory,
random memory,
read/write memory,
ram the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored or accessed in any order and all storage locations are equally accessible
computer science,
computing the branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures
memory cache,
cache a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons)
frame buffer (computer science) a buffer that stores the contents of an image pixel by pixel
keyboard buffer a buffer that keeps track of key strokes until the computer is ready to respond to them
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a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
device any clever maneuver; "he would stoop to any device to win a point"; "it was a great sales gimmick"; "a cheap promotions gimmick for greedy businessmen"
auto,
automobile,
motorcar,
car,
machine a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine; "he needs a car to get to work"
chemical science,
chemistry the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions
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an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)
buffer -
A portion of memory set aside to store data, often before it is sent to an external device or as it is received from an external device.
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Mechanical Anything used to maintain slack or isolate different objects.
buffer -
A routine or storage medium used to compensate for a difference in rate of flow of data, or time of occurrence of events, when transferring data from one device to another.
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A device on trains and carriages designed to cushion the impact between them.
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The metal barrier to help prevent trains from running off the end of the track.