operating a computer
phraseUK /ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ ə kəmˈpjuːtə/
US /ˈɑːpəreɪtɪŋ ə kəmˈpjuːtər/
Using a computer to do things like typing, clicking, and opening programs.
She is learning to operate a computer at school.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Starting up and managing a computer system.
The technician is operating a computer network for the office.
3. Carrying out tasks on a computer as part of a job.
His job involves operating a computer for most of the day.
4. Making a computer perform a specific action or program.
Operating a computer to edit photos takes some practice.