main network

[/meɪn ˈnɛtˌwɜrk/]
nounpl: main networks
rede principal
1. The primary or central network infrastructure that serves as the backbone for data transmission and connectivity
The main network was down for maintenance, so all employees had to work offline.
A rede principal estava em manutenção, então todos os funcionários tiveram que trabalhar offline.
2. In telecommunications, the principal broadcasting or distribution network of a company
The television station's main network reaches millions of viewers across the country.
A rede principal da estação de televisão alcança milhões de telespectadores em todo o país.
3. In computing, the central computer network that connects multiple devices or systems
Connect your device to the main network to access all shared resources.
Conecte seu dispositivo à rede principal para acessar todos os recursos compartilhados.
This is a technical term widely used in both American and Brazilian business and IT contexts. In Brazil, it is commonly found in enterprise environments, telecommunications companies, and technology sectors. The term reflects the increasing digitalization and reliance on network infrastructure in modern organizations across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
primary networkcore networkbackbone networkcentral network
Antonyms / Antônimos
secondary networkbackup networkbranch networkauxiliary network

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rede principal
Standard term used in technical and business contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
rede principal / rede matriz
Both terms are commonly used in the business and technology sectors
Rio de Janeiro
rede principal
Standard usage in technical documentation and IT departments
Portugal
rede principal / rede de backbone
Technical term used in Portuguese IT and telecommunications contexts

Related Words

network infrastructureconnectivitydata transmissionnetwork architecturesystem integration

Related Idioms & Phrases

the main network goes down
on the main network
connected to the main network
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