computing facilities

[/kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ fəˈsɪlɪtiz/]
nounfemininepl: computing facilities
infraestrutura de computação
1. Physical and technical resources, equipment, and infrastructure available for computational work, data processing, and information technology operations
The university invested heavily in computing facilities to support research projects.
A universidade investiu bastante em infraestrutura de computação para apoiar projetos de pesquisa.
2. A collection of hardware, software, networks, and support services designed to enable computational and data processing activities
Modern computing facilities include high-performance servers, storage systems, and networking equipment.
As infraestruturas de computação modernas incluem servidores de alto desempenho, sistemas de armazenamento e equipamentos de rede.
3. The physical space and technical environment where computing resources are housed and maintained
The company upgraded its computing facilities to accommodate the growing demands of its data center.
A empresa atualizou suas instalações de computação para acomodar a crescente demanda de seu data center.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American academic and corporate environments. In Brazil, it's commonly found in university contexts and tech companies in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In the USA, it's standard terminology in IT departments and research institutions. The phrase reflects the importance of technological infrastructure in modern institutions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
computing infrastructureIT infrastructurecomputing resourcesdata processing facilitiescomputational resources

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
infraestrutura de computação
Most common formal usage in business and academic contexts
General Brazilian
facilidades de computação
More literal translation, less commonly used in technical contexts
São Paulo
instalações de TI
Abbreviated form commonly used in corporate environments
Portugal
infraestruturas de computação
European Portuguese variant with plural form emphasized

Related Words

hardwaresoftwaredata centerservernetworkcloud computinginformation technology

Related Idioms & Phrases

state-of-the-art computing facilities
cutting-edge computing facilities
world-class computing facilities
access to computing facilities
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