Buffering
technologyTemporary pause in playback while the player downloads more video data.
Explanation
Buffering occurs when a video player temporarily stops playback to download more content from the streaming server. It is caused by a mismatch between the speed at which content arrives and the speed at which it plays. Factors including slow internet speed, server distance, and network congestion contribute to buffering. Adaptive bitrate streaming minimizes buffering.
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Last updated: March 2026