Bufferbloat is a phenomenon that occurs in computer networks when excessive buffering of packets leads to high latency and jitter, negatively impacting the performance of real-time applications such as online gaming, video conferencing, and VoIP (Voice over IP). While buffering is typically used to absorb bursts of traffic and smooth out network congestion, when buffers are set too large, they can lead to delays in packet transmission.
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