distributed computing system

[dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ ˈsɪstəm]
nounpl: distributed computing systems
sistema de computação distribuída
1. A computing system in which processing tasks and resources are spread across multiple computers or nodes connected by a network, rather than being centralized on a single machine
A distributed computing system allows multiple computers to work together to solve complex problems more efficiently than a single machine could.
Um sistema de computação distribuída permite que vários computadores trabalhem juntos para resolver problemas complexos de forma mais eficiente do que uma única máquina poderia.
2. An architecture where data processing occurs on different nodes simultaneously, improving performance, reliability, and scalability
Cloud computing is built on distributed computing system principles where servers across different locations handle requests.
A computação em nuvem é construída sobre princípios de sistema de computação distribuída onde servidores em diferentes locais tratam as solicitações.
In Brazilian tech industry and academia, 'sistema de computação distribuída' is the standard term used in conferences, research papers, and professional environments. The concept is fundamental to modern cloud computing infrastructure, which is widely adopted in Brazil. In the USA, the term is central to Silicon Valley technology discussions, particularly relevant to companies building cloud services and big data infrastructure.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
distributed systemdistributed processing systemparallel computing systemgrid computing systemcluster computing system
Antonyms / Antônimos
centralized computing systemmonolithic systemsingle-machine system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema de computação distribuída
Most common and formal term used in Brazilian Portuguese technical documentation
General Brazilian
sistema distribuído
Shortened version commonly used in informal technical discussions
São Paulo
sistema de processamento distribuído
Alternative term emphasizing the processing aspect, often used in academic contexts
Portugal
sistema de computação distribuída
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; no significant regional variation in Portugal

Related Words

cloud computingparallel processingnetwork architectureload balancingfault tolerancescalabilitymicroservicesnode

Related Idioms & Phrases

divide and conquer approach to computing
spreading the workload across the network
computing at scale
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