CS: meaning, definitions and examples

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CS

 

[ ˌkɒmˈpjuː.tər ˈsaɪ.əns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

computer science

Computer Science (CS) is the study of computers and computational systems. It involves the theory, design, development, and application of software and hardware. Computer Science also encompasses algorithms, data structures, programming languages, and computer architecture.

Synonyms

computing, informatics

Examples of usage

  • Studying CS helps students understand how computers work and how to solve complex problems using technology.
  • Many CS professionals work in software engineering, data analysis, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
  • CS has a wide range of applications in various industries, including finance, healthcare, and entertainment.

Translations

Translations of the word "CS" in other languages:

🇵🇹 CS

🇮🇳 कंप्यूटर विज्ञान

🇩🇪 Informatik

🇮🇩 Ilmu Komputer

🇺🇦 Комп'ютерні науки

🇵🇱 Informatyka

🇯🇵 コンピュータ科学

🇫🇷 Informatique

🇪🇸 Ciencia de la Computación

🇹🇷 Bilgisayar Bilimi

🇰🇷 컴퓨터 과학

🇸🇦 علوم الكمبيوتر

🇨🇿 Informatika

🇸🇰 Informatika

🇨🇳 计算机科学

🇸🇮 Računalništvo

🇮🇸 Tölvunarfræði

🇰🇿 Компьютерлік Ғылым

🇬🇪 კომპიუტერული მეცნიერება

🇦🇿 Kompüter Elmləri

🇲🇽 Ciencia de la Computación

Word origin

The term Computer Science (CS) was coined in the 1950s to describe the academic discipline that emerged from the fusion of mathematics, logic, and engineering. The field has since evolved rapidly, with advancements in hardware and software technologies driving innovation. CS has become an essential part of modern society, shaping the way we communicate, work, and interact with the world.