Description: Jitter buffer management involves the techniques and strategies used to optimize the performance of jitter buffers in a network. A jitter buffer is a critical component in real-time data transmission, such as in Voice over IP (VoIP) communications and video streaming. Its primary function is to temporarily store data packets that arrive at different time intervals, helping to smooth out variations in network latency. This is essential to ensure that the quality of communication is not affected by packet loss or irregular arrival of packets. Proper jitter buffer management involves adjusting its size and how incoming packets are handled, which may include techniques such as dynamically adapting the buffer size based on network conditions. A jitter buffer that is too small can result in packet loss, while one that is too large can introduce unnecessary latency. Therefore, jitter buffer management is crucial for maintaining a smooth and high-quality user experience in applications that rely on real-time data transmission.
