How do I handle errors when reading data from a stream to a buffer?

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How do I handle errors when reading data from a stream to a buffer?
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It's crucial to handle errors when reading from a stream to a buffer. You can attach an `error` event handler to the stream using `readable.on('error', ...)` or `stream.on('error', ...)` depending on whether you're using a Readable stream directly or a stream that inherits from Readable. Within the error handler, you can log the error, attempt to recover from the error (if possible), or terminate the stream gracefully. Proper error handling prevents unexpected crashes and ensures data integrity.