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Data Stream

Description

A data stream is a continuous flow of digital information, often in the form of binary data or packets, transmitted between devices or processes. It can refer to the transfer of live or real-time data, such as audio or video streams, or the constant flow of data over a network.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1

Noun: A sequence of digital data elements.

Example: The data stream from the satellite was analyzed to extract valuable information about weather patterns.

Related Products: Data Stream Storage, Data Stream Analyzers

Sense 2

Noun: The continuous transmission of live data from one device to another or over a network.

Example: The video conferencing application requires a stable data stream for high-quality communication.

Related Products: Data Stream Transmitters, Data Stream Routers

Sense 3

Verb: To transmit or receive a continuous flow of data from one device or process to another.

Example: The sensor on the IoT device was designed to data stream readings to the cloud database in real-time.

Related Products: Data Stream Gateways, Data Stream Protocols