multiple platforms

multiple platforms definition - computer

Refers to two or more operating environments, which typically include the CPU family and operating system. For example, if versions of a program run on Windows and the Macintosh, the software is said to support multiple platforms. That application is also known as a "cross platform" application. See cross platform.



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