buffer store

A temporary storage area in computing used to hold data while it is being moved from one place to another, typically to handle differences in processing speed or to smooth data flow.

• 🇩🇪Zwischenspeicher in der Datenverarbeitung, der Daten vorübergehend aufnimmt, während sie von einem Ort zum anderen bewegt werden, meist um Geschwindigkeitsunterschiede auszugleichen oder den Datenfluss zu glätten.

1. Temporary data storage B2 formal

   A memory area or device used to temporarily hold data while it is being moved from one place to another, often to compensate for differences in processing speed.

   • The video player uses a buffer store to prevent stuttering during playback.
   • Data is written to a buffer store before being sent to the printer.
   • The system's buffer store overflowed due to the high volume of incoming data.

   🇩🇪Zwischenspeicher

2. Inventory or supply reserve C1 formal

   A reserve of materials or goods kept to absorb fluctuations in supply or demand.

   • The warehouse acts as a buffer store for seasonal products.
   • A buffer store of raw materials helps the factory avoid production delays.
   • The company maintains a buffer store to handle unexpected orders.

   🇩🇪Reservebestand