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multitasking

noun [U] (COMPUTER)
 
 
/ˌmʌl.tiˈtɑːs.kɪŋ/ US  /-t̬iˈtæs-/

Definition

the ability of a computer to operate several programs at one time: The machine allows multitasking without the need to buy extra hardware.Computer concepts
(Definition of multitasking noun (COMPUTER) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)
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