computer
Definitions of computer
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a machine for performing calculations automaticallysynonyms: calcolatore, calcolatore elettronico, elaboratoretypes:totalizzatorecomputer that registers bets and divides the total amount bet among those who wonmainframea large digital computer serving 100-400 users and occupying a special air-conditioned roomminicomputera digital computer of medium sizePCa small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a timeworkstationa desktop digital computer that is conventionally considered to be more powerful than a microcomputertype of:macchinaany mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
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