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Five basic types of buffer and corridors

A) Input, output, temporary, circular, lateral
B) Read, write, cache, main, secondary
C) Overflow, underflow, circular, linear, parallel
D) Input, output, cache, circular, linear

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The question is related to the types of buffers and corridors in computing, pertaining to data storage and management. Standard buffers found in computing include input, output, temporary, circular, and cache buffers. The options provided do not strictly align with these standard computing buffers.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question pertains to the types of buffers and corridors that are commonly recognized in computing. While the options mentioned have some elements related to data storage and management, the five basic types typically referenced in the context of computing and data buffer systems are not listed among them. A buffer in computing is usually a region of a physical memory storage used to temporarily store data while it is being moved from one place to another. Common types of buffers include input buffers, output buffers, and cache buffers among others. However, the five basic types as stated in the question do not align with standard computing terms and may pertain to another context not specified.

Types of Buffers in Computing

  • Input Buffer: Temporary storage for data being received by a device or program.
  • Output Buffer: Temporary storage for data that is being sent from a device or program.
  • Cache Buffer: A small amount of faster, more expensive memory used to temporarily store frequently accessed or recently accessed data to speed up data retrieval.
  • Temporary Buffer: A storage area used for short-term data storage during processing.
  • Circular Buffer: A buffer that uses a circular data structure for storing data, where the end of the buffer is connected to the beginning, effectively creating a continuous loop of storage capacity.
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