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Definition of Digital computer
1. Noun. A computer that represents information by numerical (binary) digits.
Generic synonyms: Computer, Computing Device, Computing Machine, Data Processor, Electronic Computer, Information Processing System
Definition of Digital computer
1. Noun. A computing device (computer) that processes signals that change in discrete, quantized, steps; as opposed to an analog computer. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Digital Computer
Literary usage of Digital computer
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Permafrost: Second International Conference, July 13-28, 1973 : USSR by Frederick J. Sanger, Peter J. Hyde (1978)
"... distorted altogether, if determined by a system of thermally insulated 'current
lines." INVESTIGATION WITH THE HELP OF AN ELECTRONIC digital computer OF ..."
2. Stages to Saturn: A Technological History of the Apollo/Saturn Launch Vehicle by Roger E. Bilstein (1999)
"The adapter performed as an input-output unit in conjunction with the digital
computer, interfacing with nearly all units of the ..."
3. Science by American Association for the Advancement of Science (1883)
"The results would usually be read directly into a digital computer for sorting
and processing. procedure. In more recent years intensities have been ..."
4. Earth Data and New Weapons by Jay L. Larson (1994)
"But advancements in digital computer technology really made the cruise missile
possible. The new digital technology allowed the missile to store data about ..."
5. The Civilization of Illiteracy by Mihai Nadin (1997)
"When the digital computer was invented, none of those who made it a reality ...
The visionary dimension of the digital computer is not in the technology, ..."
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