dedicated computing system

[/ˈdɛdɪkeɪtɪd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: dedicated computing systems
sistema de computação dedicado
1. A computer or computing device designed and configured to perform a specific function or task exclusively, rather than general-purpose computing
The industrial facility uses a dedicated computing system to monitor and control the production line.
A fábrica industrial usa um sistema de computação dedicado para monitorar e controlar a linha de produção.
2. Hardware or software infrastructure allocated exclusively to one application, user, or organization
Banks often employ dedicated computing systems for secure transaction processing.
Os bancos geralmente empregam sistemas de computação dedicados para o processamento seguro de transações.
This term is predominantly used in technical and business contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. In the USA, it's common in industrial automation, banking, and aerospace industries. In Brazil, the term 'sistema dedicado' is widely understood in the IT sector, reflecting the country's growing technological infrastructure. The concept emphasizes reliability and security, values highly regarded in financial and industrial applications across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
dedicated systemspecialized computing devicepurpose-built computersingle-purpose computing device
Antonyms / Antônimos
general-purpose computermultipurpose systemshared computing system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
sistema de computação dedicado
Standard technical term used in IT and engineering sectors
Portugal
sistema informático dedicado
Portuguese variant preferring 'informático' over 'computação'
São Paulo
sistema de computação dedicado
Common in tech hubs and business environments
Technical Communities
máquina dedicada / dispositivo dedicado
Shortened forms used informally in IT circles

Related Words

hardwareembedded systemservermainframereal-time systemedge computinginfrastructure

Related Idioms & Phrases

purpose-built for the task
single-use computing solution
mission-critical system
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