data structure
Britishnoun
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"Space offers a unique opportunity to rethink data structure, where small, scalable data centres in orbit can deliver efficiency, performance and flexibility," says Avi Shabtai, the CEO of Ramon Space, one firm developing the technology.
From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2026
Several groups hope to solve this problem by compressing sequences from larger databases into a more organized data structure, or index, designed for easy searching in downloadable files or online portals.
From Science Magazine ● Jun. 5, 2024
Blockchain is a data structure popularized by the digital currency Bitcoin.
From New York Times ● Jun. 28, 2018
Around the same time, he was hearing that an exciting new innovation called blockchain, the data structure for shared recordkeeping that underpins Bitcoin, was poised to create “incredible opportunities” in the real estate industry.
From The Verge ● Mar. 29, 2018
Describes a data structure or recording medium attached to a machine for testing or temporary-use purposes; one that can be scribbled on without loss.
From The Jargon File, Version 4.2.2, 20 Aug 2000 by Steele, Guy L.
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