distributed nodes

[/dɪˈstrɪbjutɪd noʊdz/]
nounpl: distributed nodes
nós distribuídos
1. Independent computing units or network points spread across multiple physical locations that work together as part of a larger system without centralized control
The blockchain network operates using distributed nodes that validate transactions independently.
A rede blockchain opera usando nós distribuídos que validam transações independentemente.
2. In computer networks, individual servers or computers geographically dispersed to improve reliability, redundancy, and performance
The company deployed distributed nodes across three continents to reduce latency.
A empresa implantou nós distribuídos em três continentes para reduzir a latência.
3. In graph theory and data structures, vertices or connection points spread throughout a network architecture
The algorithm efficiently processes data across distributed nodes in the mesh network.
O algoritmo processa dados eficientemente através dos nós distribuídos na rede em malha.
This is a technical term primarily used in software development, cybersecurity, and blockchain communities. In Brazil, it's become increasingly common with the growth of fintech and cryptocurrency sectors. The term is typically used in English or as a direct translation in Portuguese technical documentation, reflecting the international nature of technology development.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
decentralized nodesdistributed systemspeer nodesnetwork nodesremote nodes
Antonyms / Antônimos
centralized serversingle nodecentralized architecture

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nós distribuídos
Standard technical term used in IT and computer science contexts
Portugal
nós distribuídos
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical documentation
São Paulo
nós distribuídos
Common in tech hubs and startups; sometimes used with English term in casual conversation
USA Tech Communities
nós distribuídos (when speaking Portuguese)
Often used interchangeably with English in bilingual tech environments

Related Words

blockchainpeer-to-peer networknetwork topologydecentralizationredundancylatencynetwork architecturedistributed computing

Related Idioms & Phrases

distributed network architecture
node redundancy across distributed nodes
distributed consensus mechanism
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