local computing
[/ˈloʊkəl kəmˈpjutɪŋ/]
noun
computação local
1. Computing performed on a personal computer or local network rather than on remote servers or cloud infrastructure
Local computing allows users to process data on their own machines without relying on internet connectivity.
A computação local permite que os usuários processem dados em suas próprias máquinas sem depender de conectividade com a internet.
2. The practice of storing and running applications locally on a device rather than accessing them from a remote server
The company switched from cloud services to local computing to improve data security.
A empresa mudou dos serviços em nuvem para a computação local para melhorar a segurança dos dados.
3. Computing resources and processing power physically located near the user or within a specific geographic area
Local computing infrastructure reduces latency and improves performance for end users.
A infraestrutura de computação local reduz a latência e melhora o desempenho para os usuários finais.
In Brazil, the adoption of local computing has grown due to concerns about data sovereignty, internet reliability in certain regions, and LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) compliance. The term is widely used in tech startups and enterprise IT discussions. In the USA, local computing has regained attention post-pandemic due to remote work considerations and data security concerns.
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