personal computing system
[/ˈpɜrsənəl kəmˈpjutɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: personal computing systems
sistema de computação pessoal
1. A computer system designed for individual use, typically including hardware and software components for personal productivity, entertainment, and communication
The personal computing system on my desk includes a monitor, keyboard, and printer.
O sistema de computação pessoal na minha mesa inclui um monitor, teclado e impressora.
2. A standalone computer or networked device that provides computing capabilities to a single user
She upgraded her personal computing system to handle graphic design work more efficiently.
Ela atualizou seu sistema de computação pessoal para lidar com trabalho de design gráfico mais eficientemente.
The term 'personal computing system' reflects the evolution from mainframe computing in the 1970s-80s towards individual user-focused technology. In Brazil, this concept revolutionized how businesses and individuals work, with significant growth in the 1990s-2000s. The term is widely used in both American and Brazilian tech industries, though in casual speech, Brazilians often simply say 'computador' (computer) or 'PC'.
Related Idioms & Phrases
set up a personal computing system
upgrade one's personal computing system
maintain a personal computing system
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