Supercomputer
(noun)
A computer that is among the most powerful and fastest in the world, used for advanced scientific and technical applications that require immense amounts of mathematical calculations.
Origin:
Late 20th century: from super- + computer.
Examples:
- The US government uses a supercomputer to simulate the effects of nuclear weapons.
- Supercomputers are often used for weather forecasting, drug development, and oil and gas exploration.
- The world's fastest supercomputer is currently the Fugaku, located in Japan.
- Supercomputers are made up of thousands of processors working together in parallel.
- Supercomputers are used for a wide range of applications, including scientific research and artificial intelligence.