low-power computing

[loʊ ˈpaʊər kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ]
noun
computação de baixo consumo de energia
1. Computing technology and systems designed to minimize electrical power consumption while maintaining operational functionality
Low-power computing is essential for extending battery life in mobile devices and reducing operational costs in data centers.
A computação de baixo consumo de energia é essencial para estender a vida útil da bateria em dispositivos móveis e reduzir custos operacionais em centros de dados.
2. The practice of optimizing hardware and software to achieve computational tasks with minimal energy expenditure
The new processor architecture focuses on low-power computing to meet environmental sustainability goals.
A nova arquitetura de processador se concentra em computação de baixo consumo para atender aos objetivos de sustentabilidade ambiental.
Low-power computing has become increasingly important in both Brazil and the USA due to environmental concerns and rising electricity costs. In Brazil, this technology is particularly valued for portable and mobile applications given the climate's impact on battery performance. In the USA, the tech industry emphasizes low-power computing as part of corporate sustainability initiatives and carbon footprint reduction strategies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
energy-efficient computingpower-efficient computinggreen computinglow-energy computing
Antonyms / Antônimos
high-performance computingpower-intensive computingresource-heavy computing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
computação de baixo consumo de energia
Standard translation used in technical and academic contexts
São Paulo
computação de baixa potência
Alternative technical term, more commonly used in engineering sectors
Portugal
computação de reduzido consumo de energia
Formal Portuguese variant with slightly different phrasing
General Brazilian
computação eficiente em energia
Alternative phrasing emphasizing energy efficiency aspect

Related Words

battery lifeenergy efficiencyprocessor optimizationthermal managementembedded systemsIoT devicespower consumptionsustainable technology

Related Idioms & Phrases

going green with computing
power-conscious design
minimal energy footprint
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