To improve performance, COBOL programs often use file ____________ to temporarily store records during processing.
- Archiving
- Buffering
- Indexing
- Sorting
Buffering is a technique used in COBOL to enhance performance by temporarily storing records in memory during processing. It reduces the need for frequent disk access, thereby optimizing I/O operations.
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