Definition: Word


Two bytes that are processed together in a single operation.




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Buffer

Temporary data storage. Example: An area used to make up for a difference in data transfer rates and/or data processing rates between sender and receiver. A printer buffer copies data from the computer and holds it until the printer is ready to print.

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