computer
English meaning: Computer
Dutch Definition
(Nederlands)Een elektronisch apparaat dat gegevens verwerkt, opslaat en weergeeft.
English Definition
An electronic device for processing data. The Netherlands has made landmark contributions to computing — Edsger Dijkstra (1930–2002) developed foundational algorithms including the shortest path algorithm (Dijkstra's algorithm) and structured programming concepts. Dutch computer scientist Jan de Gruijl contributed to quantum computing. ASML's semiconductor machines are essential to global computer chip manufacturing.
Example
“De Dijkstra-algoritme, uitgevonden door een Nederlander, is de basis van de moderne routeplanning.”
In English: “The Dijkstra algorithm, invented by a Dutchman, is the basis of modern route planning.”
Synonyms
- pc
- rekenaar
Literary Heritage
“De techniek is de zelfmoord van de natuur door de mens.”
“Technology is the suicide of nature by the hand of man.”
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