ASIO can stand for two main things, depending on the context:
- ASIO stands for "Audio Stream Input/Output." It is a computer audio interface driver protocol developed by Steinberg that enables high data throughput, synchronization, and low latency between a software application and a computer's audio interface or sound card. It is commonly used in music recording and audio processing to avoid latency issues when recording or streaming audio on a computer.
- ASIO also stands for the "Australian Security Intelligence Organisation," which is the domestic intelligence and national security agency of the Australian Government. Its role is protecting Australia from espionage, sabotage, terrorism, foreign interference, and other national security threats. It functions similarly to the FBI in the United States or MI5 in the United Kingdom.
The meaning of ASIO depends on whether the context relates to audio technology or Australian government intelligence.
