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sndio
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<p>sndio is the software layer of the <a href="/facts/OpenBSD/xmPS9tek">OpenBSD</a> operating system that manages <a href="/facts/Sound_cards/bxlF4YBa">sound cards</a> and <a href="/facts/MIDI/tblhmeFV">MIDI</a> ports. It provides an optional <a href="/facts/Sound_server/SbTFARMx">sound server</a> and a documented <a href="/facts/Application_programming_interface/GMlN4vUr">application programming interface</a> to access either the server or the audio and <a href="/facts/MIDI/tblhmeFV">MIDI</a> hardware in a uniform way. sndio is designed to work for desktop applications, but pays special attention to synchronization mechanisms and reliability required by music applications. </p>