> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://developer.suki.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# B

> Glossary terms starting with B

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  <h1 className="sdk-overview-main-title">B</h1>

  | Term | Definition |
  | :- | :- |
  | **Background Processing** | The capability of SDK features to run passively during consultations without disrupting the provider's workflow, such as ambient note generation. |
  | **BAA** | Business Associate Agreement. A HIPAA-required contract that defines how a vendor like Suki may create, receive, maintain, or transmit protected health information on behalf of a covered entity. |
  | **Base64 Encoding** | A method of encoding binary data (like audio) into ASCII text format for transmission over text-based protocols like WebSocket. |
  | **Bearer Token** | An authentication token format where the token holder ("bearer") is granted access to resources. Used in HTTP Authorization headers. |
  | **Bitrate** | The amount of data processed per unit of time in audio streaming. Suki requires 768kbps bitrate for optimal performance. |
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