plug-and-play computer

noun

UK /ˌplʌɡ ən ˈpleɪ kəmˈpjuːtə/

US /ˌplʌɡ ən ˈpleɪ kəmˈpjuːtər/

A computer you can use right away by just plugging it in.

My new plug-and-play computer was ready to use in minutes.

SYNONYMS

ready-to-use computer instant-setup computer easy-setup computer preconfigured computer

RELATED WORDS

USB peripheral driver setup hardware

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A device that works as soon as it is connected, without extra software.

This plug-and-play computer recognizes the printer automatically.

3. A simple system that needs no special setup to start working.

The classroom kit is a plug-and-play computer for young students.

4. A computer designed to be easy for beginners to start using.

Grandpa loves his plug-and-play computer because it just works.