tietokone — meaning in English

English meaning

• computer noun An electronic device that processes data, runs programs, and carries out calculations — from a desktop or laptop to the machine running behind a phone app.
• digital adjective Using or storing information as discrete numerical values rather than a continuous signal, as computers do.

Senses

tietokone is used for these senses in English:

• artificial intelligence (video games) A character or entity controlled by the game instead of a player; AI.
• computer A programmable electronic device that performs mathematical calculations and logical operations, especially one that can process, store and retrieve large amounts of data very quickly; now especially, a small one for personal or home use employed for manipulating text or graphics, accessing the Internet, or playing games or media. [from 20th c.]
• digital Of or relating to computers or the Information Age.

computer — full definition

1. noun An electronic device that processes data, runs programs, and carries out calculations — from a desktop or laptop to the machine running behind a phone app.
2. noun (dated) A person whose job was to carry out mathematical calculations by hand, before machines took over the role.

digital — full definition

1. adjective Using or storing information as discrete numerical values rather than a continuous signal, as computers do.
2. adjective Relating to computers, the internet, or modern electronic technology generally.

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