distributed systems

[/dɪˈstrɪbjutɪd ˈsɪstəmz/]
nounpl: distributed systems
sistemas distribuídos
1. A computing system where components are located on different networked computers that communicate and coordinate their actions by passing messages to accomplish a common objective
Cloud computing relies heavily on distributed systems architecture to ensure reliability and scalability.
A computação em nuvem depende muito da arquitetura de sistemas distribuídos para garantir confiabilidade e escalabilidade.
2. A network of independent computers or nodes that work together as a single cohesive system
Distributed systems allow data processing to be spread across multiple servers for better performance.
Os sistemas distribuídos permitem que o processamento de dados seja distribuído entre vários servidores para melhor desempenho.
This is primarily technical jargon used in software engineering and computer science fields across both Brazil and the USA. The term has become increasingly important with the rise of cloud computing and microservices architecture. In Brazilian tech companies, particularly in São Paulo's growing tech scene, distributed systems knowledge is highly valued for DevOps and cloud infrastructure roles.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
distributed computingnetworked systemsparallel systemsdecentralized systems
Antonyms / Antônimos
centralized systemsmonolithic systemsstandalone systems

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistemas distribuídos
Standard technical term used in Brazilian IT industry and academia
São Paulo
sistemas distribuídos
Common in tech hubs; sometimes abbreviated as 'SD' in professional contexts
Portugal
sistemas distribuídos
Identical terminology; widely used in Portuguese universities and tech companies

Related Words

cloud computingmicroservicesload balancingnetwork architecturefault toleranceconsensus algorithms

Related Idioms & Phrases

scaling horizontally
fault-tolerant architecture
decoupled architecture
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