computergate

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Synonyms: computerate, computer game, compurgate, computer age, computerware

Antonyms: computerate, computer game, compurgate, computer age, computerware

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Proper noun

1. {{lb|en|US|slang}} A 1981 [[controversy]] around allegations that the staff of US politician {{w|Jerry Brown}} deliberately destroyed computer cards in order to obstruct an investigation into his campaign.
2. {{lb|en|AU|slang}} A 1978 controversy around Australian prime minister {{w|Malcolm Fraser}}'s decision to award a [[bid]] for computer systems to IBM rather than the cheaper FACOM.

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