The document discusses Phasor Data Concentrators (PDC) which are components of Wide Area Measurement Systems (WAMS) used to monitor power grids. It describes how PDCs receive synchronized phasor data from Phasor Measurement Units (PMU) via protocols like IEEE C37.118 and consolidate the data from multiple PMUs. The PDC performs functions like data sorting, archiving, and quality checks before transmitting data to applications for real-time monitoring and analysis of power grids.