Downsizing

Updated: 10/04/2017 by Computer Hope

Downsizing may refer to any of the following:

1. Downsizing is replacing a mainframe or minicomputer-based computer system with a network of personal computers. This process is beneficial in that it can increase performance while reducing costs.

2. Downsizing describes reducing the number of employees on a company's payroll.

Business terms, Hardware terms, Minicomputer