Buffers are typically used when there is a difference between the rate at which data is received and the rate at which it can be processed, or in the case that these rates are variable, for example in a printer spooler or in online video streaming.
Luke Spencer leaving 'General Hospital': Laura returning as Anthony Geary exits. FILE - In this April 26, 2015, file photo, Anthony Geary accepts the award for outstanding lead actor in a drama series for General Hospital, at the 42nd annual Daytime Emmy Awards in Burbank, Calif. After 37 years, Geary finishes his role as Luke Spencer on ABC's General Hospital on Monday, July 27, 2015.
Anthony Geary Reflects on His 37 Years Playing 'Dark, Dangerous' Luke Spencer on 'General Hospital'. Itâs a wrap for one of soap operaâs most famous leading men. Actor Anthony Geary is leaving ABCâs âGeneral Hospitalâ after 37 years of playing daytime televisionâs dark and dreamy Luke Spencer. âHe was not created to be a heroic character,â Geary told âNightline.â âHe was created to be an anti-hero and I have treasured the anti-side of the hero and pushed it for a long time.â.