Rechenzentrum

data centre

noun REKH-en-tsen-troom Rare

Also means

computing centre

Usage Note

Rechenzentrum is the building housing server infrastructure for cloud computing, corporate IT, or internet services. Germany is a major European hub for Rechenzentren due to its strict data protection laws.

Examples

"Das neue Rechenzentrum wird vollständig mit Ökostrom betrieben."

Natural Translation

The new data centre will run entirely on green electricity.

Literal Translation

The new computing-centre will completely with green-electricity operated.

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