computing

[kuhm-pyoo-ting]

noun

1. the use of a computer to process data or perform calculations.

2. the act of calculating or reckoning.

computing

/ kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ /

noun

1. the activity of using computers and writing programs for them

2. the study of computers and their implications

adjective

1. of or relating to computers

   computing skills

Word History and Origins

Origin of computing¹

First recorded in 1640–50; compute + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The order requires the storage of sensitive U.S. user data to be under a U.S. cloud computing company.

From Los Angeles Times

They show a computing graduate from St Andrews was earning an average £77,000, three times as much as one from the University of the West of Scotland.

From BBC

The rise of artificial intelligence as well as growing investments in cloud computing are driving the data center construction boom.

From Los Angeles Times

It is hoped the move will address a shortage of teachers in maths, chemistry, physics, technology, computing and design and Irish medium education.

From BBC

The app’s data and privacy in the U.S. would be led by Texas-based cloud computing company Oracle, she added.

From Los Angeles Times

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