The term "digital audio tape" refers to a recording technology that was popular in the 1990s. While this medium has largely been replaced by digital formats like CDs and MP3s, the term "digital audio tape" still has relevance in certain contexts. Some common synonyms for this term include DAT, digital tape, and DAT tape. Other related terms may include digital music tape, digital sound recording tape, or simply analogue tape. While these terms may not be interchangeable in every context, they generally refer to forms of audio recording that use digital technology to capture and store sound.