networkcomputing

noun
UK /ˈnɛtwɜːk kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/
US /ˈnɛtwɜːrk kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/

Network computing is when computers talk to each other to share work and information.

The school uses network computing so every classroom computer can open the same files.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Using a group of connected computers to solve one big problem together.

Scientists used network computing to study weather patterns.

3. A system where programs and files live on a central server instead of one machine.

The office switched to network computing to keep all documents in one place.

4. The study of how computers connect and share resources.

She took a class in network computing to learn about servers.