What is another word for complex instruction set computer?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒmplɛks ɪnstɹˈʌkʃən sˈɛt kəmpjˈuːtə] (IPA) 
There are a number of synonyms for the term "complex instruction set computer," a type of computer architecture that uses a large number of specialized instructions to perform complex tasks. Some commonly used synonyms for this term include "CISC" (short for complex instruction set computing), "microcoded computer," and "large instruction set computer." These terms refer to the same basic idea of a computer that uses a wide variety of instructions to accomplish a given task, often at the expense of simplicity and ease of use. While CISC architectures were popular in the past, many modern computers now use "reduced instruction set computing" (RISC) architectures, which prioritize speed and simplicity over complexity.
