computer system

noun [C] IT

Definition

› a complete computer including the operating system (= main software) and equipment that makes it work: You will always find great deals on computer systems when you check out our website.

› a group of computers that are connected and work together: Hackers broke into the bank’s computer system and stole thousands of customer files.

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

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