Definition of spare cycles

spare cycles

• Unused or unclaimed human capacity. Originally unused computer capacity made available for collaborative projects.

  Will ask for name of expert who has spare cycles to assist.

  Last edited on Oct 24 2002. Submitted by Stefan Z. from Sweden on Oct 24 2002.

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Other terms relating to 'cycle':
cycles	Definitions include: time, effort, or resources.
vicious cycle	Definitions include: a cycle that repeats itself without end.
Other terms relating to 'spare':
spare	Definitions include: Insane.
spare tire	Definitions include: a large amount of fat around a person's midsection, resembling a car tire.

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