| personal computer n. Abbr. PC A computer built around a microprocessor for use by an individual, as in an office or at home or school. |
personal computer
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(Electronics & Computer Science / Computer Science) a small inexpensive computer used in word processing, playing computer games, etc.
personal computer (pûr s -nl) A computer built around a microprocessor for use by an individual. Personal computers have their own operating systems, software, and peripherals, and can generally be linked to networks. Compare mainframe. |
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| Noun | 1. |  personal computer - a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a timedesktop computer - a personal computer small enough to fit conveniently in an individual workspace digital computer - a computer that represents information by numerical (binary) digits microprocessor - integrated circuit semiconductor chip that performs the bulk of the processing and controls the parts of a system; "a microprocessor functions as the central processing unit of a microcomputer"; "a disk drive contains a microprocessor to handle the internal functions of the drive" PC board - a removable circuit board for a personal computer; fits into a slot in the mother board portable computer - a personal computer that can easily be carried by hand |
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