thin computing
[/θɪn kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/]
noun
computação leve
1. A computing model where minimal processing and storage occurs on client devices, with most operations performed on remote servers or cloud infrastructure
Thin computing reduces the need for expensive hardware upgrades on individual workstations.
A computação leve reduz a necessidade de atualizações caras de hardware em estações de trabalho individuais.
2. A network architecture using thin clients that rely heavily on centralized servers for processing power and data storage
Many large corporations have adopted thin computing to streamline IT management and reduce costs.
Muitas grandes corporações adotaram a computação leve para simplificar o gerenciamento de TI e reduzir custos.
Thin computing became increasingly popular in Brazil and Portugal during the 2000s-2010s as companies sought cost-effective IT solutions. It remains relevant in enterprise environments, though cloud computing has somewhat superseded traditional thin computing models. The term is primarily used in technical and business contexts.
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