shared computing system

[/ʃɛərd kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: shared computing systems
sistema de computação compartilhado
1. A computing infrastructure where multiple users or organizations access and utilize the same hardware, software, or resources simultaneously or sequentially
The university implemented a shared computing system to allow all departments to access powerful servers without individual purchases.
A universidade implementou um sistema de computação compartilhado para permitir que todos os departamentos acessem servidores poderosos sem compras individuais.
2. A network-based platform where processing power, storage, and applications are collectively managed and distributed among multiple users
Cloud computing is an example of a modern shared computing system that reduces infrastructure costs.
A computação em nuvem é um exemplo de um sistema de computação compartilhado moderno que reduz custos de infraestrutura.
3. A centralized computer arrangement where terminals or workstations connect to a main server for resource allocation
Before personal computers became prevalent, shared computing systems like mainframes were common in large organizations.
Antes dos computadores pessoais se tornarem prevalentes, sistemas de computação compartilhados como mainframes eram comuns em grandes organizações.
This term is more prevalent in Brazilian technical and academic discourse, particularly in computer science departments and IT sectors. In the United States, the term is commonly used in discussions about cloud computing and enterprise IT infrastructure. The concept reflects a shift from individual computing ownership to collaborative resource sharing, which has become increasingly important in both corporate and educational environments globally.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shared computing environmentcollective computing infrastructuremulti-user computing systemcentralized computing platformdistributed computing system
Antonyms / Antônimos
standalone computerpersonal computing systemisolated computing environmentdedicated system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema de computação compartilhado
Standard term used in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
sistema computacional compartilhado
Alternative formulation, commonly used in tech industry
Rio de Janeiro
sistema de informática compartilhado
Less technical variant, sometimes used in broader business contexts
Portugal
sistema de computação partilhado
Uses 'partilhado' instead of 'compartilhado'; both are correct in Portuguese

Related Words

cloud computingservernetwork infrastructureresource allocationmulti-user systemmainframedistributed computingvirtualization

Related Idioms & Phrases

share computing resources
pooling computing power
centralized computing model
multi-tenant system
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