standalone computing system
[/ˈstændəloʊn kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: standalone computing systems
sistema de computação independente
1. A computer or computing device that operates independently without requiring connection to other computers, networks, or servers to perform its primary functions
The laboratory uses a standalone computing system that is not connected to the internet for security reasons.
O laboratório usa um sistema de computação independente que não está conectado à internet por razões de segurança.
2. A complete and self-contained computer setup that includes all necessary hardware and software to function without external dependencies
Before cloud computing became prevalent, standalone computing systems were the standard in most offices.
Antes da computação em nuvem se tornar prevalente, sistemas de computação independentes eram o padrão na maioria dos escritórios.
In Brazil, as internet and cloud computing adoption increased significantly in the 2010s, standalone computing systems became less common in enterprise environments but remain relevant in specialized fields like medical imaging, industrial control, and secure government installations. The term reflects the shift from isolated computing to connected, collaborative work environments that characterize modern Brazilian technology adoption.
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