Computing Device

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CYB-000822",
  "term": "Computing Device",
  "field": "Cybersecurity",
  "definition": "1. A functional unit that can perform substantial computations, including numerous arithmetic operations and logic operations without human intervention. A computing device can consist of a standalone unit or several interconnected units. It can also be a device that provides a specific set of functions, such as a phone or a personal organizer, or more general functions such as a laptop or desktop computer.\n\n2. A machine (real or virtual) for performing calculations automatically (including, but not limited to, computer, servers, routers, switches, etc.)",
  "references": [
    "NISTIR 7695 from ISO/IEC 19770-2 (Adapted)",
    "NISTIR 7693",
    "NIST CSRC Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/cybersecurity/computing-device/"
}