Mainframe

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CMP-001495",
  "term": "Mainframe",
  "field": "Computing and IT",
  "definition": "A large, high-performance computer designed for intensive computational tasks, such as bulk data processing and high-volume transaction processing in large organizations. Mainframes are characterized by their high reliability, availability, and extensive input/output capabilities, allowing them to handle thousands of concurrent users and operations. Modern systems, such as the IBM Z series, continue to be used in sectors like finance and government for their security and processing power.",
  "subject": "Hardware",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/computing/mainframe/"
}