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Moore's law

noun, often capitalized L \ˈmrz-, ˈmrz-\

Definition of MOORE'S LAW

:  an axiom of microprocessor development usually holding that processing power doubles about every 18 months especially relative to cost or size
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Origin of MOORE'S LAW

Gordon E. Moore b1929 American computer industry executive
First Known Use: 1977

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