computer science

noun [U]

Definition

› IT the study of computers, how they work, and how to make use of them: She has a degree in computer science. The conference will bring together experts in computer science, nanotechnology and related fields.

(Definition of computer science noun from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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