isolated device
[ˈaɪ.sə.leɪ.tɪd dɪˈvaɪs]
nounpl: isolated devices
dispositivo isolado
1. A device or equipment that is physically or electrically separated from other systems or networks to prevent interference, contamination, or unauthorized access
The laboratory uses an isolated device to prevent cross-contamination between experiments.
O laboratório usa um dispositivo isolado para evitar contaminação cruzada entre experimentos.
2. In computing and networking, a device that operates independently without connection to other networked systems for security purposes
The server runs as an isolated device to protect sensitive data from cyber attacks.
O servidor funciona como um dispositivo isolado para proteger dados sensíveis de ataques cibernéticos.
3. Equipment or machinery that functions independently from a larger system or infrastructure
The emergency power generator operates as an isolated device when the main power grid fails.
O gerador de energia de emergência funciona como um dispositivo isolado quando a rede principal falha.
The term 'isolated device' is increasingly important in Brazil's growing cybersecurity sector and in industrial manufacturing contexts. Both Brazilian and Portuguese technical communities use this terminology in research institutions, data centers, and critical infrastructure protection protocols. The concept reflects global security standards and best practices in information technology and laboratory work environments.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep the device in isolation
operate in isolation
maintain air gap security
stand-alone configuration
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