emulator

Software that enables one computer system (called the host) to behave like another computer system (called the guest)

Entitysoftware categoryQ202871

Also known as emulators · emulation of · emulation software · emulator software · emulator program · emulation program

Instance of: software category
Subclass of: computer program
, software simulator

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In computing, an emulator is hardware or software that enables one computer system to behave like another computer system. An emulator typically enables the host system to run software or use peripheral devices designed for the guest system. Emulation refers to the ability of a computer program in an electronic device to emulate another program or device.

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Has use: emulation
Different from: emulation
Simulates: computer system
Properties for this type: SteamGridDB ID
EntitySchema for this class: E91

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