single-user operation

[ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈjuːzər ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən]
nounpl: single-user operations
operação de usuário único
1. A computing mode where only one user can access and operate a system or application at a time
The legacy software requires single-user operation, preventing multiple employees from working simultaneously.
O software legado requer operação de usuário único, impedindo que múltiplos funcionários trabalhem simultaneamente.
2. A system configuration or design that supports exclusive access by one user
This device is designed for single-user operation and does not support network sharing.
Este dispositivo foi projetado para operação de usuário único e não suporta compartilhamento em rede.
This is primarily technical jargon used in IT and computing contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It became more prevalent with the advent of personal computers and network systems. In Brazilian tech environments, understanding single-user versus multi-user systems is fundamental to legacy system administration and database management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
exclusive user modestandalone operationsingle-access operationdedicated user operation
Antonyms / Antônimos
multi-user operationnetwork operationconcurrent operationshared access operation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
operação de usuário único
Standard term used in technical documentation and IT contexts
São Paulo
operação de usuário único
Common in tech industry and corporate IT departments
Rio de Janeiro
modo de usuário único
Alternative form emphasizing the 'mode' aspect
Portugal
operação de utilizador único
Uses 'utilizador' instead of 'usuário' following Portuguese standard

Related Words

multi-user systemuser access controlexclusive locksession managementterminal emulationdedicated device

Related Idioms & Phrases

locked in single-user mode
exclusive access rights
one user at a time
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