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Definition of a footprint
footprint
noun
- the typical amount of computing resources taken up by a computer program.
It's a pretty good utility, but it's got a big footprint.
Last edited on Nov 09 2011. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.
origin
- From the amount of floor or desk area taken up by a piece of equipment.
- See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.
Last edited on Nov 10 2011. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.
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