buffer vs memory cache

memory cache vs buffer

buffer and memory cache both are nouns.

buffer is a verb but memory cache is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
buffer	Yes	No	Yes	No
memory cache	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, memory cache is a hyponym of buffer; that is, memory cache is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than buffer:

buffer: (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system
memory cache: (computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics

Other hyponyms of buffer include cache, frame buffer, keyboard buffer, print buffer.

buffer (noun)	memory cache (noun)
a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact	(computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics
a power tool used to buff surfaces
an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
(computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system
an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)
a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict
(chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH

buffer (verb)	memory cache (verb)
add a buffer (a solution)
protect from impact

Difference between buffer and memory cache

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