| computer | | |
| n. (artifact) | 1. computer, computing device, computing machine, data processor, electronic computer, information processing system | a machine for performing calculations automatically. |
| ~ interconnection | (computer science) the act of interconnecting (wires or computers or theories etc.). |
| ~ analog computer, analogue computer | a computer that represents information by variable quantities (e.g., positions or voltages). |
| ~ busbar, bus | an electrical conductor that makes a common connection between several circuits.; "the busbar in this computer can transmit data either way between any two components of the system" |
| ~ cathode-ray tube, crt | a vacuum tube in which a hot cathode emits a beam of electrons that pass through a high voltage anode and are focused or deflected before hitting a phosphorescent screen. |
| ~ c.p.u., central processing unit, central processor, cpu, mainframe, processor | (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing.; "the CPU and the memory form the central part of a computer to which the peripherals are attached" |
| ~ micro chip, microchip, microprocessor chip, silicon chip, chip | electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an integrated circuit. |
| ~ computer accessory | an accessory for a computer.; "when you add in all the computer accessories you are going to need the computer gets pretty expensive" |
| ~ computer circuit | a circuit that is part of a computer. |
| ~ console | a scientific instrument consisting of displays and an input device that an operator can use to monitor and control a system (especially a computer system). |
| ~ data converter | converter for changing information from one code to another. |
| ~ digital computer | a computer that represents information by numerical (binary) digits. |
| ~ disk cache | a cache that stores copies of frequently used disk sectors in random access memory (RAM) so they can be read without accessing the slower disk. |
| ~ diskette, floppy, floppy disk | a small plastic magnetic disk enclosed in a stiff envelope with a radial slit; used to store data or programs for a microcomputer.; "floppy disks are noted for their relatively slow speed and small capacity and low price" |
| ~ faceplate | a protective covering for the front of a machine or device (as a door lock or computer component). |
| ~ computer hardware, hardware | (computer science) the mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and electrical components making up a computer system. |
| ~ home computer | a computer intended for use in the home. |
| ~ keyboard | device consisting of a set of keys on a piano or organ or typewriter or typesetting machine or computer or the like. |
| ~ machine | any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks. |
| ~ computer memory, computer storage, memory board, store, memory, storage | an electronic memory device.; "a memory and the CPU form the central part of a computer to which peripherals are attached" |
| ~ module | computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware). |
| ~ monitoring device, monitor | display produced by a device that takes signals and displays them on a television screen or a computer monitor. |
| ~ client, guest, node | (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network. |
| ~ number cruncher | a computer capable of performing a large number of mathematical operations per second. |
| ~ pari-mutuel machine, totalisator, totaliser, totalizator, totalizer | computer that registers bets and divides the total amount bet among those who won. |
| ~ computer peripheral, peripheral, peripheral device | (computer science) electronic equipment connected by cable to the CPU of a computer.; "disk drives and printers are important peripherals" |
| ~ platform | the combination of a particular computer and a particular operating system. |
| ~ plotter | an instrument (usually driven by a computer) for drawing graphs or pictures. |
| ~ predictor | a computer for controlling antiaircraft fire that computes the position of an aircraft at the instant of a shell's arrival. |
| ~ scratchpad | (computer science) a high-speed internal memory used for temporary storage of preliminary information. |
| ~ server, host | (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network. |
| ~ expansion slot, slot | (computer) a socket in a microcomputer that will accept a plug-in circuit board.; "the PC had three slots for additional memory" |
| ~ throughput | output relative to input; the amount passing through a system from input to output (especially of a computer program over a period of time). |
| ~ turing machine | a hypothetical computer with an infinitely long memory tape. |
| ~ vdu, visual display unit | (British) British term for video display. |
| ~ data structure | (computer science) the organization of data (and its storage allocations in a computer). |
| ~ alpha test | (computer science) a first test of an experimental product (such as computer software) carried out by the developer. |
| ~ beta test | (computer science) a second test of an experimental product (such as computer software) carried out by an outside organization. |
| ~ computer science, computing | the branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures. |
| ~ computer science, computing | the branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures. |
| ~ data communication, digital communication | electronic transmission of information that has been encoded digitally (as for storage and processing by computers). |
| ~ internet site, web site, website, site | a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web.; "the Israeli web site was damaged by hostile hackers" |
| ~ data format, data formatting, format, formatting | the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing). |
| ~ pass | one complete cycle of operations (as by a computer).; "it was not possible to complete the computation in a single pass" |
| ~ outage | a temporary suspension of operation (as of computers).; "there will be a network outage from 8 to 10 a.m." |
| ~ back up | make a copy of (a computer file) especially for storage in another place as a security copy.; "You'd better back up these files!" |
| ~ compatible | capable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification. |
| ~ incompatible | incapable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification. |
| ~ up | (used of computers) operating properly.; "how soon will the computers be up?" |
| n. (person) | 2. calculator, computer, estimator, figurer, reckoner | an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines). |
| ~ expert | a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully. |
| ~ adder | a person who adds numbers. |
| ~ number cruncher | someone able to perform complex and lengthy calculations. |
| ~ actuary, statistician | someone versed in the collection and interpretation of numerical data (especially someone who uses statistics to calculate insurance premiums). |
| ~ subtracter | a person who subtracts numbers. |
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